Bills of Lading Act (Chapter 384): Primary Singapore legislation governing bills of lading, their issuance, and legal effect
Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (Chapter 33): Regulates the carriage of goods by sea to and from Singapore ports, incorporating Hague-Visby Rules
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act: Establishes regulatory framework for maritime operations and port activities in Singapore
Sale of Goods Act (Chapter 393): Governs the transfer of property in goods, relevant for title transfer in bills of lading
Hague-Visby Rules: International convention governing bills of lading, incorporated into Singapore law
Rotterdam Rules: International rules for maritime cargo operations, applicable where relevant
SOLAS Convention: International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, affecting cargo documentation requirements
Maritime Trade Anti-Fraud Regulations: Regulations specifically addressing fraud prevention in maritime trade documents
AML/CFT Regulations: Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism regulations affecting shipping documentation
Singapore Customs Act: Governs customs requirements and declarations for cargo entering/leaving Singapore
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs the use and validity of electronic documents, including electronic bills of lading
Singapore Contract Law: General contract law principles applicable to bills of lading as contractual documents
Banking Regulations: Regulations governing letter of credit transactions and banking aspects of trade finance
Singapore Registry of Ships Requirements: Specific requirements for vessels registered in Singapore regarding documentation
MPA Guidelines: Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore's guidelines for shipping documentation and procedures
ICC Rules: International Chamber of Commerce rules affecting international trade documentation
