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Mate’s Receipt

What is a Mate’s Receipt?

A Mate's Receipt is a temporary receipt issued and signed by the officer of a vessel, to acknowledge the goods ready to be loaded on a ship. This acts as evidence that goods were loaded in the vessel but it does not have the same validity as for instance, the bill of lading.

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