The Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Sea

Description

The carriage of goods by sea mainly focuses on loss of or damage to goods. There are voluminous discussions and texts on this issue. By contrast, the issue of loss or damage from goods has been paid little attention. Ever-increasing numbers of dangerous goods are carried by sea today. This increase draws attention to explosions or fire on ships, spillages, pollution, accidents and potential danger. Worldwide concern with the risk posed by the increased frequency in the carriage of dangerous goods has led to the adoption of international technical standards to promote maritime safety and the insertion of special provisions in the carriage contracts. Moreover, growing environmental awareness and concern with the economic cost implications of maritime casualties have given rise to the regulation of liability and compensation in respect of damage caused by hazardous and noxious substances. Front Matter....Pages I-XXV Introduction....Pages 1-3 Dangerous goods regulations....Pages 5-38 Meaning of dangerous goods....Pages 39-87 Duties of the parties in relation to dangerous goods....Pages 89-135 Rights and liabilities of the parties....Pages 137-202 Limitation of liability and insurance....Pages 203-239 Third-party liability for damage arising from the carriage of HNS....Pages 241-283 Conclusion....Pages 285-289 Back Matter....Pages 291-352