Bill of lading
A very important and potentially risky part of international trade is the transportation of goods from the seller to the importer ;transportation is important because it must be properly chosen to be cheapest and most effective. It is risky because as the goods are transferred, part or all of the shipment may be damaged or lost. Transportation of goods internationally has become a big industry of its own, with over 70,000 merchant ships registered around the world. Air transportation is also developing rapidly and is increasing in importance