# Freight Law

*Last updated: 2026-06-19*

> Freight law governs contracts of carriage between carriers – whether road hauliers, shipping lines, or airlines – and the shippers who entrust goods to them.

Freight law governs contracts of carriage between carriers – whether road hauliers, shipping lines, or airlines – and the shippers who entrust goods to them. It defines what the carrier owes (safe, timely delivery) and what the shipper owes (payment, accurate cargo declaration), and sets out liability regimes for loss, damage, or delay. Which rules apply depends on the mode of transport: the CMR Convention for international road haulage, the Montreal Convention for air cargo, and the Hague-Visby Rules for sea freight. Freight law also determines how and when damage claims must be filed, how long the limitation period runs, and what transport documents must be issued – bill of lading, air waybill, or consignment note. It is distinct from freight forwarding law, which governs the relationship between a forwarder acting as agent and its client.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fracht](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fracht)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Freight Law |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 136 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-19 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fracht |

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