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Transport law

Transport law governs all legal aspects of the carriage of goods and people.

Last updated: 13 June 2026Published: 27 January 2026

Source: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verkehrsrecht

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Transport law governs all legal aspects of the carriage of goods and people. It covers carriage contracts between shipper and carrier, liability provisions for damage and delays, and traffic safety regulations. Rules vary depending on the mode of transport: road transport is governed by the CMR Convention, maritime transport by the Hague Rules or Hamburg Rules, air transport by the Montreal Convention, rail transport by CIM. For logistics professionals, transport law is essential when negotiating freight contracts and handling claims.

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