Freight Glossary
HAWB (House Air Waybill) – Meaning & Examples
The air waybill issued by a freight forwarder to individual shippers in a consol.
- Abbreviation
- HAWB
- Full term
- House Air Waybill
- Related terms
- HAWB, forwarder waybill
A House Air Waybill (HAWB) is the transport document issued by a freight forwarder to individual shippers whose cargo is part of a consolidation. The HAWB serves as the contract between the shipper and forwarder. Multiple HAWBs are covered under one MAWB issued by the airline. The HAWB number is used by shippers for tracking, while the MAWB number is used for airline operations.
House Air Waybill examples
- A shipper receives HAWB 123456 from their forwarder, which is consolidated under MAWB 020-12345678.
How HAWB is used in freight operations
HAWB appears in quotations, bookings, shipping documents, and tracking updates. Confirm how it applies to your shipment with your carrier, forwarder, or customs representative, because practice can differ by country and contract.
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Frequently asked questions
What is HAWB?
The air waybill issued by a freight forwarder to individual shippers in a consol.
What does HAWB stand for?
HAWB stands for House Air Waybill.
What is an example of HAWB?
A shipper receives HAWB 123456 from their forwarder, which is consolidated under MAWB 020-12345678.