A Telex Release is a method used in shipping to release cargo without the need for a physical document. When a Telex Release is issued, it means that the original negotiable Bill of Lading is no longer required for the consignee to claim the goods. The Sea Waybill itself is non-negotiable from the outset, simplifying the process, whereas a Telex Release is a method to eliminate the need for the original negotiable Bill of Lading in certain scenarios.