Quick answer
Transshipment wording can create LC issues when the credit, route, bill of lading, and transport reality do not read consistently before bank presentation.
What transshipment means
Transshipment generally refers to movement from one vessel, conveyance, or mode to another during transit. The LC may allow, prohibit, or condition it.
Why LC wording matters
A credit may prohibit transshipment, allow it, or include route-specific wording. Transport documents can also contain printed clauses that need to be read in context.
Common transshipment issues
Likely issues include prohibited transshipment, inconsistent ports or routing, vague transport wording, and document language that appears to conflict with the LC.
Pre-bank review focus
DLC Co compares the LC transshipment terms with the transport document and related shipment details before official presentation.
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Related questions
Is transshipment always prohibited under an LC?
No. It depends on the LC terms and applicable transport-document rules.
Can printed bill of lading clauses create transshipment concerns?
They can raise review questions depending on the LC wording and document context.
Should transshipment be checked before booking freight?
Yes. LC routing and transshipment terms should be reviewed before shipment arrangements are locked.
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