Transport Agreement
This transport agreement ("agreement") is entered into on [date] between:
[transporter name], a company organized and existing under the laws of [jurisdiction], with its principal place of business at [address] (hereinafter referred to as the "carrier"),
And
[shipper name], a company organized and existing under the laws of [jurisdiction], with its principal place of business at [address] (hereinafter referred to as the "shipper").
1. Scope of services
The carrier agrees to provide transportation services for the shipment of goods as specified by the shipper. The services include loading, transportation, and unloading of goods from the point of origin to the destination specified by the shipper.
2. Rates and charges
The parties agree upon the following rates and charges for the transportation services:
[specify rates for different types of transportation
services]
[specify any additional fees or surcharges]
Payment shall be made [specify payment terms, e.g., within 30 days of invoicing] following the completion of services.
3. Liability and insurance
The carrier shall be liable for any loss, damage, or delay to the goods during transportation, except for cases of force majeure or acts of the shipper.
The carrier shall maintain adequate insurance coverage for the transported goods, with coverage extending to [specify coverage details, e.g., loss, damage, theft].
4. Term and termination
This agreement shall commence on [date] and shall remain in effect until terminated by either party upon [specify termination notice period, e.g., 30 days] prior written notice.
Either party may terminate this agreement immediately in the event of a material breach by the other party.
5. Regulatory compliance
The carrier shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards governing the transportation of goods, including safety regulations, environmental laws, and customs requirements.
6. Dispute resolution
Any disputes arising under this agreement shall be resolved through negotiation between the parties. If the parties fail to reach a resolution, the dispute shall be submitted to mediation and, if necessary, arbitration in accordance with the laws of [jurisdiction].
7. Governing law
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of [jurisdiction].
In witness whereof, the parties hereto have executed this agreement as of the date first above written.
[signature of carrier] [signature of shipper]
[name and title of signatory] [name and title of
signatory]
