Bills of Lading Act (Chapter 384): Singapore's primary legislation governing bills of lading, which provides the fundamental legal framework for bills of lading and their usage in Singapore
Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (Chapter 33): Incorporates the Hague-Visby Rules into Singapore law, governing international carriage of goods by sea and carrier liability
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act (Chapter 170A): Regulates maritime operations and port activities in Singapore, which may affect aspects of bill of lading issuance and handling
Hague-Visby Rules: International convention governing bills of lading in international trade, which Singapore has adopted and incorporated into domestic law
Hamburg Rules: While Singapore is not a signatory, awareness is important for international trade relations and potential conflicts of law situations
Contract Law (Chapter 53): Provides the general framework for contractual relationships and obligations in Singapore, applicable to bills of lading as contracts of carriage
Sale of Goods Act (Chapter 393): Governs the sale of goods and transfer of title, which is relevant for bills of lading as documents of title
Electronic Transactions Act (Chapter 88): Provides legal framework for electronic bills of lading and other electronic transactions in Singapore
International Maritime Conventions Act 2021: Recent legislation incorporating various international maritime conventions into Singapore law, affecting shipping documents including bills of lading
