What is a bill of lading?
A bill of lading is the freight receipt and the contract for the move. It describes the shipment, names the shipper and the receiver, and travels with the freight. Parcel Management Group is a registered freight broker (USDOT 3266041 · MC 1030328) in Ventura, CA 93001. Call (805) 984-4114.
What a bill of lading lists
- Shipper and consignee, plus origin and destination.
- Piece count, weight, and a plain freight description.
- Special handling, such as a liftgate or an appointment.
- Those details should match the quote. Class context: what is freight class.
Who signs it
The shipper signs at pickup. The receiver signs at delivery. Those signatures record that the freight was tendered and delivered as described. Keep a copy with the quote.
Bill of lading vs a tracking number
The bill of lading is the shipping document. It is not the tracking number. LTL carriers often track with a PRO number that ties back to that bill. If the paperwork and the shipment do not match, call (805) 984-4114.
How PMG uses it
Share the same facts on the bill that you share for the rate. That includes weight, freight class, and extra services. Get a rate: LTL freight quote. Extra fees: accessorial charges. Mode choice: what is LTL shipping and LTL vs FTL. How a quote is built: how freight quoting works.
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Bill of lading FAQ
What is a bill of lading?
A bill of lading is the document that describes a freight shipment, acts as a receipt, and sets the contract between shipper and carrier. Parcel Management Group is a registered broker in Ventura, CA 93001. Call (805) 984-4114.
What does a freight bill of lading list?
It usually lists shipper and consignee, origin and destination, piece count, weight, freight description, and any special handling. Those details should match the quote and the pickup.
Who signs a bill of lading?
The shipper signs at pickup and the receiver signs at delivery. The signatures record that the freight was tendered and delivered as described.
Is a bill of lading the same as a tracking number?
No. The bill of lading is the shipping document. LTL carriers often track with a PRO number that ties back to that bill. Call (805) 984-4114 if the paperwork and the shipment do not match.