The party designated on the bill of lading as the entity entitled to receive delivery of the railcar from the delivering rail carrier. Consignee is usually, but does not have to be, the Receiver. Consignee is responsible for any demurrage charges which accrues at the point of unloading except when the bill of lading also designates a Care-OfParty, in which case the Care-Of-Party will be responsible for all demurrage charges. For the purpose of assessing demurrage charges, Consignee includes any person receiving railcars for loading or unloading as more specifically provided for in 49 CFR Part 1333.
