MBL
Business & Finance abbreviation · Logistics, Supply Chain & Trade
| Stands for | Master bill of lading |
|---|---|
| Categories | Business & Finance |
MBL stands for Master bill of lading, a logistics, supply chain & trade abbreviation.
Bill of lading issued by the ocean carrier, typically to a freight forwarder or NVOCC, covering the full container or consolidated shipment.
Example: The MBL lists the forwarder as shipper and its overseas agent as consignee.
Usage notes
Customs filings often require both the master and house bill numbers to match a shipment to its cargo.
Related abbreviations
More logistics, supply chain & trade abbreviations
- JIT – Just-in-time
- L/C – Letter of credit
- LCL – Less than container load
- LPN – License plate number
- LTL – Less than truckload
- MAWB – Master air waybill
- MPS – Master production schedule
- MRO – Maintenance, repair and operations
- MRP – Material requirements planning
- MRP II – Manufacturing resource planning
- NMFC – National Motor Freight Classification
- NVOCC – Non-vessel operating common carrier