Telex Release
A message from the carrier's origin office letting destination release cargo without an original.
The shipper hands in all the originals at the load port. The carrier then tells its destination office to release the cargo without an original. The name dates from when the message was sent by telex.
Carriers require the full set of originals handed in, the freight paid, and a written request giving the bill number, vessel, voyage and exact consignee. Many charge a fee. Some also want a letter of indemnity.
Do not use one if the bill of lading is your security for payment. Once the cargo is released, you cannot take it back.
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