International Carriage of Goods by Sea

October 8, 2024
Mamadi TOURE
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International Carriage of Goods by Sea: Legal Frameworks and Contemporary Challenges

The document explores the evolving landscape of international carriage of goods by sea, addressing challenges such as piracy, terrorism, and technological advancements. It emphasizes the need for updated legal frameworks, like the Rotterdam Rules, to adapt to modern practices, while highlighting the importance of international cooperation and uniformity in maritime regulations.

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The document provides an in-depth analysis of the international carriage of goods by sea, focusing on the legal frameworks that govern this area and the contemporary challenges faced by the shipping industry. It begins by discussing the historical context of maritime law, highlighting the limitations of existing conventions such as the Hague Rules, Hague-Visby Rules, and Hamburg Rules. These conventions have not achieved the desired uniformity in international law, particularly between developed and developing countries, leading to a fragmented legal landscape.

The text emphasizes the necessity for a new convention, which culminated in the adoption of the Rotterdam Rules in December 2008. This new framework aims to address modern shipping practices, including the rise of containerization, door-to-door transport contracts, and the use of electronic transport documents. The document notes that containerization has significantly transformed shipping operations, necessitating legal adaptations to accommodate these changes.

Furthermore, the document discusses the impact of technological advancements on the shipping industry, including faster ships, electronic communications, and quicker port calls. It highlights the obsolescence of traditional legal provisions that were based on “tackle to tackle” or “port to port” principles, which no longer reflect the realities of contemporary shipping practices.

The text also addresses various challenges that the shipping industry faces today, such as organized crime, terrorism, and piracy, which pose threats to maritime operations. It underscores the importance of international cooperation among states to combat these issues and ensure the safety and security of maritime trade.

Additionally, the document touches on environmental concerns, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices in shipping to mitigate the effects of climate change. It discusses the role of technology and digitalization in promoting greener shipping activities while also acknowledging the new risks associated with cybercrime.

In conclusion, the document advocates for the adoption of updated international conventions that reflect the evolving practices in the carriage of goods by sea. It stresses the importance of uniformity in legal interpretations across jurisdictions and the need for cooperation among stakeholders to address the complexities of modern maritime trade.

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