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What is an Ocean Bill of Lading?

What is an Ocean Bill of Lading? 1000 698 Transmodal

Definition

An Ocean Bill of Lading (OBOL) is a legal document that represents a contract between a shipper and carrier of specified goods. The document acts as a receipt for the load of cargo, and as a legal contract between the shipper and carrier for their transportation. read more

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The Panama Canal Expansion: Changing Industries and Markets. A Brand New World

The Panama Canal Expansion: Changing Industries and Markets. A Brand New World 1000 562 Transmodal

The Panama Canal expansion project is finally nearing completion after more than half a decade of work and an investment of billions of dollars. The third set of locks is scheduled to allow super-ships to pass starting on the 27th of June, 2016. read more