A freight forwarding contract is a legal document between a freight forwarding company and the cargo owner, which stipulates the rights and obligations of both parties during the transportation of goods. The freight forwarding contract is an important guarantee during the transportation of goods, so a contract must be signed with the cargo owner before the freight process begins to ensure the safety and smooth transportation of the goods. Below, the main contents and key points of the freight forwarding contract will be introduced.
1. Main contents of the contract.
1. Time and place of contract signing: The freight forwarding contract should stipulate the time and place of contract signing.
2. Both parties to the contract: The freight forwarding contract should stipulate the name, address, contact number and other basic information of the freight forwarding company and the cargo owner.
3. Goods description: The freight forwarding contract should describe the type, quantity, specification, weight, packaging and other detailed information of the goods.
4. Mode of transportation: The freight forwarding contract should stipulate the mode of transportation of the goods, including mode of transportation, means of transportation, routes or routes, transportation time, etc.
5. Cost payment: The freight forwarding contract should stipulate the payment method and time of transportation fees, including transportation fees, insurance premiums, tariffs, value-added tax, etc.
6. Insurance liability: The freight forwarding contract should stipulate the insurance liability and insurance amount during the transportation of the goods to ensure the safety and smoothness of the goods during transportation.
7. Cargo bill of lading: The freight forwarding contract should stipulate the issuance and transfer method of the cargo bill of lading, as well as the type and form of the cargo bill of lading.
8. Contract termination: The freight forwarding contract should stipulate the conditions and methods for contract termination.
2. Key points of contract signing.
1. Both parties should read the contract carefully and ensure that they understand all the terms and conditions of the contract.
2. Before signing a contract, a detailed inventory and inspection of the goods should be carried out to ensure that the goods are in good condition.
3. Before signing the contract, both parties should clarify the method and time of payment.
4. The freight forwarding company should provide detailed cargo transportation plans and routes so that cargo owners can understand the transportation status of the goods.
5. During the transportation process, the freight forwarding company should provide the cargo owner with timely reports on the status and progress of the cargo transportation.
3. Termination of contract.
1. The freight forwarding contract can be terminated through negotiation, and both parties should negotiate on the method, time and cost of termination.
2. When the goods cannot be transported due to force majeure, the contract can be terminated.
3. When the freight forwarding company fails to perform its contractual obligations, the cargo owner has the right to terminate the contract and require the freight forwarding company to bear corresponding liability for compensation.
In general, the freight forwarding contract is a very important document, which plays an important role in restricting and regulating the transportation process of goods. Before signing a contract, the cargo owner and the freight forwarding company should understand and determine the rights and obligations of both parties in detail, and clearly agree on various terms and details. In addition, during the performance of the contract, both parties should also cooperate closely and communicate in a timely manner to ensure that the goods can be transported smoothly and safely to the destination.