Interpreting Liability Limits in International Transport

In this episode, we discuss a case involving Philip Morris's transportation of cigarettes and the subsequent loss of the cargo. The case raises important issues in international transport law, including the interpretation of liability limits and the payment of taxes. The Dutch Supreme Court ruled in favor of a narrow interpretation of liability limits, limiting the carrier's liability. The case also highlights the importance of cargo insurance and the choice of jurisdiction in international transport cases.

Link to case: https://uitspraken.rechtspraak.nl/details?id=ECLI:NL:PHR:2006:AW3041

Chapters

• 2:00 Fundamental Issues in International Transport Law
• 3:17 Interpreting Article 23.4 of the CMR Convention
• 4:16 The Dutch Supreme Court's Landmark Decision
• 5:23 The Importance of Cargo Insurance
• 6:37 Considerations for Cargo Transportation