Sea Freight Contract
This Sea Freight Contract (the “Contract”) is made as of [date], between [consignor], with its address at [address] (the “Consignor”) and [consignee], with its address at [address] (the “Consignee”).
Whereas Consignor has requested the services of Consignee to transport goods by sea (the “Services”);
Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants herein contained, the parties agree as follows:
1. Services. Consignee agrees to perform the Services in a diligent and professional manner and in accordance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations. The Services to be provided shall include, but arenotlimited to, the following:
a. arranging and organizing carriage of goods by sea;
b. transportation of goods via suitable sea vessels;
c. providing appropriate documentation for the shipment of goods;
d. handling and stowage of the goods with due care and attention;
e. arranging customs clearance;
f. obtaining licenses, certificates and permits when required;
g. following applicable safety regulations and ensuring functional chain of custody; and
h. performing all other services required for the delivery of goods to their final destination.
2. Consignment. The goods to be transported pursuant to this Contract shall be a shipment of [description of goods] (the “Consignment”). The Consignment shall be transported from [origin] to [destination], with a minimum stopover in [port].
3. Costs and Payment. The Consignor shall bear all expenses of the Services, including but not limited to freight charges and other transport costs, insurance, custom duties and taxes, and any other charges arising from the shipment of goods. The Consignor hereby authorizes the Consignee to charge said expenses to Consignor’s account.
4. Terms of Payment. Consignee will provide an invoice for the charges for Services, which shall come due in full upon receipt by the Consignor. Consignor may dispute its obligation to pay the full amount of the invoice, in which case it shall submit a written explanation of the reasons for disputing the invoice to the Consignee within twenty (20) days of receipt of invoice. If Consignor fails to provide written notice of dispute within the said timeframe, Consignor shall be liable to pay the full amount of the invoice.
5. Default. In the event of default by the Consignor in payment of the invoice, the Consignee reserves the right to take action, under the applicable laws, to secure the payment of such amounts due, including redirection of goods to the Consignor’s premises and/or institution of legal action against the Consignor.
6. Liabilities and Damages. The Consignee shall be liable for any damages or losses arising from its negligent or willful performance of the Services, provided that the liability of the Consignee shall not extend to indirect or consequential damages incurred by the Consignor or Consignee.
7. Insurance. The Consignee shall bear the costs of cargo insurance for the goods transported, to the full price of the goods, against all risks of loss or damage during the transport of goods.
8. Termination. This Contract shall remain in full force and effect for a period of one (1) year, beginning on [date], and shall automatically renew for additional one-year periods thereafter, unless and until terminated in writing by either party. Either party may terminate this Contract at any time by providing written notice to the other party at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the current term.
9. Notices. All notices and other communications required or permitted under this Contract shall be in writing and shall be either personally served upon or mailed by certified or registered mail to the addresses provided below:
[contact information for both parties]
10. Governing Law. This Contract shall be interpreted and enforced in accordance with the laws of the [state].
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have entered into this Contract as of the date first set forth above:
[Signature of Consignor]
[Signature of Consignee]
