Consignee Change Procedures After B/L Surrender — In Case of Loss of Contact with Consignee
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The following is a case for inquiry.
- Shipper: Our company (Exporter)
- Consignee: Freight Forwarder (Broker)
- Notify Party: Actual Importer (Actual Cargo Owner)
The shipment was made under FOB nomination, and the B/L has been surrendered. Originally, the Consignee (the freight forwarder) was contracted to transport the container to the importing country, but contact with the Consignee has been lost after arrival at the port of destination. Currently, the container is berthed at the port of arrival, and no one can claim it. What steps must the actual importer take to receive the container?
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- 0First, please note that this answer may not be entirely accurate as it is unclear whether the freight forwarder is a third-party forwarder or if the transaction was handled directly with the shipping line. Regarding your inquiry, since the Notify Party is the actual cargo owner, you must attach documents such as the contract between the Consignee and the Notify Party, submit an LOI to the forwarder who arranged the transport, and request a change of Consignee at the port of loading. In the current state, the Shipper must also agree, so their signature will likely be required as well. You may request a change of consignee after providing the freight forwarder with a written confirmation stating that the Notify Party is the actual cargo owner and that both the Notify Party and the Shipper will assume all legal responsibilities. If the cargo has already been declared to the customs of the destination country, you must undergo an amendment procedure, and customs fines may be imposed. If you are dealing directly with the shipping line, you must contact the shipping line to inquire about their specific procedures and proceed accordingly.Machine translated
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