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arrival confirmation

Unlike the bill of lading or waybill, which document the shipping order, the arrival confirmation records the actual receipt of a shipment at its destination.

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Unlike the bill of lading or waybill, which document the shipping order, the arrival confirmation records the actual receipt of a shipment at its destination.

It is issued by the consignee, warehouse, or logistics provider and serves multiple purposes: proof of on-time delivery, basis for insurance claims, and trigger for payment release under letters of…

In modern supply chain environments, confirmation is increasingly generated automatically through tracking platforms or EDI interfaces, with no paper document required.

Last updated: 16 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

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Unlike the bill of lading or waybill, which document the shipping order, the arrival confirmation records the actual receipt of a shipment at its destination. It is issued by the consignee, warehouse, or logistics provider and serves multiple purposes: proof of on-time delivery, basis for insurance claims, and trigger for payment release under letters of credit or factoring arrangements. In modern supply chain environments, confirmation is increasingly generated automatically through tracking platforms or EDI interfaces, with no paper document required. If damage or shortages are discovered on receipt, the arrival confirmation is the appropriate moment to note reservations in writing – failure to do so can complicate subsequent claims.

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