How can bills of lading issued to order be transferred?

Bills of lading issued to order can be transferred primarily through endorsement, which entails the current holder signing the document over to another party. This method allows for the legal transfer of the rights and obligations associated with the bill of lading. Endorsement effectively endorses the original holder's claims to the goods represented by the bill to the new holder, who can then present the bill to the carrier to take possession of the goods.

Other methods mentioned, such as mailing the document or notifying the carrier, may not establish a legally recognized transfer of rights. For a bill of lading to convey ownership or rights effectively, it must be formally endorsed. Creating a new bill of lading for the recipient is also not a standard practice, as it could lead to complications and uncertainties about the original document's validity and the ownership of the goods. Thus, endorsement is the recognized method for transferring bills of lading issued to order.