In the container trade, even a port-to-port bill of lading would involve receipt and delivery at some point not directly connected with the loading onto, or discharge from, the ocean vessel.
在集装箱贸易中，甚至一份从港口到港口的提单也涉及在某地的收货和交货,而不直接涉及向海洋船只装货或从海洋船只上卸货。