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Why are some bills of lading made out to a specified consignee, but the words “OR TO THEIR ORDER” are added to the consignee’s details?

It enables the named consignee to transfer title in the goods to a third party if necessary.

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    What is the significance of remarks on a bill of lading such as “SHIPPER’S LOAD AND COUNT”, “SAID TO WEIGH…. ” or “WEIGHT UNKNOWN”?

    Why are some bills of lading made out “TO ORDER” instead of bearing a particular consignee’s name and address?