Carriage and Liability Cover
1. Definitions
– “Cargo Northeast Ltd”** refers to the company operating under the domains www.cargonortheast.co.uk and www.cargonortheast.com .
– “Customer”** refers to any individual or entity utilizing the services provided by Cargo Northeast Ltd.
– “Goods”** refers to any items, products, or cargo entrusted to Cargo Northeast Ltd for carriage.
– “Freight Forwarder’s Trading Conditions”** refers to the terms and conditions set forth by Cargo Northeast Ltd, which govern the liability of the company for loss of or damage to goods during carriage.
2. Carriage Services
– Cargo Northeast Ltd provides carriage services for goods within the specified regions and routes as outlined in our service agreements.
– The customer acknowledges that Cargo Northeast Ltd will make all reasonable efforts to ensure timely and safe delivery of goods, but does not guarantee specific delivery times unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
3. Liability Cover
– Cargo Northeast Ltd offers liability cover for goods entrusted to us for carriage, subject to the terms and conditions outlined herein and in accordance with the Freight Forwarder’s Trading Conditions and the British International Freight Association (BIFA) standard liability terms.
– Liability cover extends to loss or damage to goods that occurs during the normal course of transit, provided that such loss or damage is not attributable to circumstances beyond our control, including but not limited to acts of nature, accidents, or regulatory actions.
– The liability of Cargo Northeast Ltd for any loss or damage to goods shall be determined in accordance with the provisions set forth in the Freight Forwarder’s Trading Conditions and the BIFA standard liability terms, which may limit the liability of the company to a specified amount per kilogram or other unit of weight of the goods lost or damaged.
– Claims for loss or damage to goods must be submitted in writing to Cargo Northeast Ltd within a reasonable period from the date of delivery or, in the case of non-delivery, within a reasonable period from the expected delivery date, in accordance with the procedures outlined in the Freight Forwarder’s Trading Conditions and the BIFA standard liability terms.
– Any liability limits specified in the Freight Forwarder’s Trading Conditions and the BIFA standard liability terms may be expressed in a specific currency, and any claims for loss of or damage to goods shall be settled in the currency specified in the trading conditions or its equivalent in another currency based on the prevailing exchange rate at the time the claim is settled.
4. Exclusions
– Cargo Northeast Ltd shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the carriage of goods, including but not limited to loss of profits, loss of business opportunities, or loss of goodwill, except as provided for in the Freight Forwarder’s Trading Conditions and the BIFA standard liability terms.
– Cargo Northeast Ltd shall not be liable for loss or damage to goods resulting from inadequate packaging, improper labeling, or the inherent nature of the goods themselves, as outlined in the Freight Forwarder’s Trading Conditions and the BIFA standard liability terms.
5. Indemnity
– The customer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Cargo Northeast Ltd, its employees, agents, and affiliates, from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of or in connection with the carriage of goods, except to the extent such claims arise from the gross negligence or willful misconduct of Cargo Northeast Ltd, as provided for in the Freight Forwarder’s Trading Conditions and the BIFA standard liability terms.
6. Governing Law
– These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], and any disputes arising hereunder shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Jurisdiction].
7. Amendments
– Cargo Northeast Ltd reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time, and such amendments shall be effective upon posting on our website or notification to the customer in writing.
By utilizing the services of Cargo Northeast Ltd, the customer agrees to be bound by these terms and conditions. If you have any questions or require further clarification, please contact us at info@cargonortheast.co.uk .
Limits Of Liability For Cargo Claims
Cargo liability limits refer to the maximum amount of insurance coverage (i.e. the amount of money) that an insurer will provide for the loss or damage of goods being transported.
CMR: Carriage of Goods by Road Act
STC: Standard Trading Conditions
SDR: Special Drawing Rights
By trading with us, you agree to BIFA terms.
