The key information in a consignment note/delivery note are as follows

Consignment note / Delivery note

1. It is sometimes called a rail and road consignment note or a delivery note. It is normally prepared by the road/rail transport company or a freight forwarder.

2. The key information in a consignment note/delivery note are as follows:

(a) The name and address of the sender (consignor).

(b)   The name and address of the recipient (consignee).

(c)   The number of packages or cases.

(d)   The marks and numbers on the packages or cases.

(e)   A brief description of the goods.

(f)    The place of departure and the date of departure.

(g) The time of collection and delivery.

(h) The time of arrival.

(i) The type of haulier and the vehicle number.

(j) The signature of the carrier. (if its a Rail Consignment Note, it is stamped by the Station master).

(k) The freight charged.

3. The functions of a delivery note are as follows:

(a) This is an advice note, indicating the quantity and description of goods being despatched on a certain date by the named road or rail transport agency.

(b) It is evidence of a contract of carriage but is not negotiable.

(c) It is not a document of title but should be despatched with other documents for it shows the date of despatch of the goods which is useful for exchange and import control purposes.

(d) It is a receipt for goods and a document for delivery.

(e) It is also on a note of freight charges.