The ICC Academy in collaboration with the International Maritime Bureau (IMB), have established a specialised certificate for Non-Vessel Owning Common Carriers (NVOCC) Bills of Lading (B/L). The programme aims to increase standards and reliability of maritime trade for active NVOCCs and their trading partners.
IMB estimates that more than 95% of all improperly issued B/L are issued by NVOCCs. Today, it is very important for documents to be delivered properly but also comply with the IMB’s Code of Conduct.
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The e-course regards the basics of trade logistics and recognises the process of B/L issuance to the reliance of stakeholders on correct B/L and how the document can be misused and have bad results.
The interactive programme is designed for NVOCCs operating in global markets, stakeholders in banks, actual carriers, cargo owners and other general traders. It also offers case studies, structured lessons, self-assessments, models, videos and a virtual coach.
ICC Academy General Manager Daniel Kok, commented on the occasion:
Bills of lading are one of the most vital documents associated with trade, making it essential that NVOCCs have the right understanding of their role. Our goal with this certificate is to provide the right knowledge and expertise that will help boost industry standards along the trading transaction chain
