HMM and CargoX have announced a partnership to introduce electronic bill of lading (eBL) features on the HMM digital service platform.
The integration aims to modernize and streamline eBL workflows within HMM’s digital services, enhancing the efficiency and security of global trade documentation.
We are thrilled to partner with HMM, a global shipping leader. This collaboration advances global trade by implementing efficient, fast, and secure electronic bills of lading. As the logistics industry digitises, we are proud to support HMM in leading this transformation.
..said Bojan Čekrlić, CEO of CargoX.
What is a Bill of Lading?
A bill of lading is a contract issued by a carrier (shipping line), or by the agent, to the owner of the goods shipped, to acknowledge receipt of cargo for shipment.
The document basically states what goods are being shipped, as well as where the shipment is coming from and heading to.
Customers using HMM services can now generate eBLs within the HMM digital service system and seamlessly transfer them through the global CargoX Platform.
The eBL document lifecycle includes features such as transfer, surrender, and document acceptance, ensuring comprehensive support for all equivalent paper-based functions. Each eBL is recorded on the public ledger, guaranteeing secure and immutable documentation, with audit logs accessible at all times.
Initially, the service supports electronic bills of lading in PDF format, with structured data eBLs based on the forthcoming DCSA eBL standard to be available soon.
The HMM digital services platform and CargoX Platform integration will be available to all HMM customers globally starting on 8 July 2024.
