DCSA-EBL-DETAIL

DCSA digital BL 9 carriers.

Definition

DCSA eBL specifications publish complete OpenAPI 3.x + JSON data model. Workflow: issue eBL, transfer (endorsement), surrender, amend. Legally recognised platforms (MLETR-aligned): essDOCS CargoX, edoxOnline, IQAX, TradeLens (before shutdown), CMA CGM essDocs. DCSA carrier members: Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, ZIM, HMM, Yang Ming, Evergreen. Commitment 50% eBL by 2030 and 100% by 2030.

Origin

DCSA founded by Maersk and MSC April 2019 ; eBL v1.0 specs published September 2020 ; v2.0 published 2022 ; v3.0 published 2024.

Example in context

Maersk issues a DCSA-compliant eBL via essDOCS for a DAMA-NYC container ; the shipper transfers the eBL to consignee via IQAX digital signature in under 24h.

Related terms

• DCSA eBL — general concept.