Freight Transport

/ˈfreɪt ˈtrænspɔːrt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The legal and commercial process of conveying goods by land, sea, or air under a contract of carriage.
    The freight transport agreement obligated the carrier to deliver the cargo by sea within thirty days.

Forms

  • freight transport
  • freight transports
  • freight transported
  • freight transporting

Commentary

In legal contexts, freight transport primarily concerns contracts of carriage and liability for goods in transit, requiring precise terms to allocate risk and responsibility.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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