Bills of Lading Act (Chapter 384): Primary Singapore legislation governing bills of lading, their transfer, and rights of holders
Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA): Singapore legislation regulating the carriage of goods by sea and implementing the Hague-Visby Rules
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act: Legislation governing maritime operations and port regulations in Singapore
Singapore Merchant Shipping Act: Comprehensive legislation covering various aspects of merchant shipping in Singapore waters
Hague-Visby Rules: International convention setting standardized rules for bills of lading, incorporated into Singapore law
International Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules of Law relating to Bills of Lading: International treaty establishing uniform rules for bills of lading in international trade
Rotterdam Rules: Modern international convention on carriage of goods (not ratified by Singapore but relevant for international context)
Document of Title Requirements: Legal requirements for bills of lading to function as documents of title under Singapore law
Carrier's Obligations and Liabilities: Legal framework defining responsibilities and liabilities of carriers under Singapore maritime law
Shipper's Obligations and Warranties: Legal obligations and implied warranties of shippers under Singapore maritime law
Time Limits for Claims: Statutory limitations and prescribed time periods for maritime claims in Singapore
Jurisdiction and Arbitration Clauses: Legal requirements for dispute resolution provisions in maritime contracts under Singapore law
Limitation of Liability Provisions: Statutory and contractual limitations on liability in maritime contracts under Singapore law
Force Majeure Clauses: Legal framework for force majeure provisions in maritime contracts under Singapore law
Singapore Maritime Case Law: Relevant judicial decisions and precedents from Singapore courts on maritime matters
English Common Law Principles: Persuasive authority of English maritime law principles in Singapore legal system
International Maritime Customs: Recognized international maritime practices and customs applicable in Singapore
