Bills of Lading Act (Chapter 384): Primary Singapore legislation governing bills of lading, their transfer, and rights of holders
Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (Chapter 33): Singapore law regulating maritime cargo transport and incorporating the Hague-Visby Rules
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act: Legislation governing port operations and maritime regulations in Singapore
Sale of Goods Act (Chapter 393): Legislation relevant to the transfer of property and rights in goods during maritime sales
Hague-Visby Rules: International convention setting standardized rules for bills of lading, incorporated into Singapore law
International Convention for Bills of Lading: International rules establishing uniform regulations for bills of lading documentation
Rotterdam Rules: Modern international convention on cargo transport (noted but not ratified by Singapore)
MPA Regulations: Maritime and Port Authority specific regulations governing port and shipping operations
Singapore Registry of Ships Regulations: Regulations governing vessel registration and related documentation requirements
IMO Regulations: International Maritime Organization rules affecting shipping documentation and procedures
Title Transfer Requirements: Legal requirements for valid transfer of cargo ownership through bills of lading
Liability Limitations: Statutory and contractual limits on carrier liability under Singapore law
Time Bars for Claims: Statutory limitation periods for bringing claims under bills of lading
Jurisdiction Clauses: Legal requirements for valid jurisdiction and choice of law provisions
Documentary Requirements: Mandatory content and format requirements for valid bills of lading
Carrier's Responsibilities: Legal obligations of carriers under Singapore shipping law
Notice Requirements: Statutory requirements for giving notice of claims and damages
Transhipment Rights: Legal framework governing rights and obligations during cargo transhipment
