Bordero

In the transportation and logistics sector, a bordero is a particularly important document that is often used in connection with groupage shipments (also known as general cargo shipments ). This type of transportation involves the shipment of several partial consignments from different clients, which are transported together in one means of transport such as a truck, train or container. In such cases, a bordero is used to record the individual consignments and their details in a structured manner and, depending on its use, can also be referred to as a freight manifest or shipping list.

Purpose of the Bordero in the transportation sector:

1. Recording of partial shipments: The Bordero contains a detailed list of all partial shipments that are combined in one transport. This enables seamless tracking of each consignment during transportation.

2. Documentation of goods: It describes each partial shipment with important details such as:

   • Type of goods
   • Number of packages
   • Weight of the freight
   • Volume of the shipment
   • Destination and recipient
   • Special features (e.g. dangerous goods labeling or perishable goods)

3. Optimization of logistics processes: With a Bordero, logistics companies can organize transport more efficiently as it forms the basis for loading goods into the transport vehicle. It provides a better overview for the loading teams to ensure that the right shipments are delivered to the right holds or to the correct recipients.

4. Control and tracking: The Bordero is essential for logistical control throughout the entire transport chain. It makes it easy to check whether all intended partial consignments have been loaded and whether they arrive correctly at their destination. At each transshipment point along the route, the consignments can be compared with the Bordero to avoid incorrect loading or losses.

5. Support with invoicing: At the end of the transport, Bordero is often used to create invoices or freight invoices. As it provides an exact list of the goods transported, it can be used to calculate the freight costs per partial shipment.

6. Legal document: The Bordero also serves as proof of the proper handover and acceptance of goods. In the event of damage or loss during transportation, the Bordero can play an important role in clarifying liability issues.

Structure of a Bordero:

As a rule, a Bordero consists of the following information:

• Consignment numbers: Unique identification of the respective partial consignments.
• Sender and recipient data: Details of the companies or persons who send and receive the consignments.
• Description of the goods: A precise list of the type of goods (e.g. machines, food, clothing).
• Quantity information: Number of parcels, boxes or pallets per partial shipment.
• Weight and volume specifications: Net and gross weight as well as volume for efficient use of space in the transport vehicle.
• Special instructions: Any hazard warnings, storage conditions or other special requirements.

Advantages for transportation management:

• Simplification of groupage logistics: A Bordero helps to simplify the complex processes involved in groupage transportation and provides a clear overview.
• Minimization of errors: Detailed documentation reduces the risk of incorrect loading and lost shipments.
• Facilitated communication: All parties involved – from the forwarder to the recipient – can rely on the Bordero as a reference to better coordinate the transportation process.

In summary, Bordero is a central document in the transport sector that simplifies the planning, execution and control of groupage transports and contributes to the transparency of logistical processes.

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