What is a master bill of lading (MBL) in freight forwarding?

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M / Master Bill of Lading (MBL)

This is one of several bill of lading variants. The master bill of lading is issued by a carrier to a freight forwarder or shipper. If you make shipping arrangements with a carrier directly, you will receive a Master Bill of Lading.