FIATA-FWB-FORWARDER

FIATA FWB non-negotiable forwarder waybill.

Definition

FIATA FWB specifications: non-negotiable (NOT transferable, like FCT), waybill character function similar to B/L but not property title, distinctive pale blue colour. Differs from FBL: FBL negotiable multimodal full UNCTAD/ICC Rules vs FWB non-negotiable simpler. Usage scenarios: (1) multimodal shipments where consignee known, (2) door-to-door integrated logistics where freight forwarder manages end-to-end, (3) air cargo HAWB context (House Air Waybill = FWB for air shipments). Mandatory data: shipper, consignee, notify party, place receipt, port loading, port discharge, place delivery, goods description, freight payment terms (prepaid/collect). Paper format + planned digital eFWB. Companion document Master AWB issued airline.

Origin

FIATA FWB published 1990s by FIATA for non-negotiable multimodal/air need ; massive usage today ; ~50M FWBs/year estimated 2024 ; planned eFWB 2024-2025.

Example in context

DB Schenker issues FWB (House Air Waybill HAWB) for door-to-door Berlin -> Singapore shipment: freight forwarder DB Schenker contractor with consignor client, subcontracts Master AWB to Lufthansa Cargo, FWB covers door-to-door, non-negotiable.

Related terms

• Master AWB — companion airline document.