Conditions of carriage
Conditions of Carriage - Truck Class Haulage
*Effective Date: 14/09/2023
1. Acceptance of Goods
1.1. Truck Class Haulage (hereinafter referred to as "the Carrier") shall accept goods for carriage only upon the following conditions, which shall be deemed as accepted by the customer upon the request for carriage services.
2. Definitions
2.1. "Customer" refers to the party contracting with Truck Class Haulage for the carriage of goods.
2.2. "Goods" refer to the items, products, or cargo entrusted to Truck Class Haulage for transportation.
3. Responsibility for Goods
3.1. The Customer is responsible for ensuring that goods are properly packed, labeled, and prepared for transport in accordance with relevant regulations. This includes relevant cleaning of construction equipment, ensuring it is safe to transport.
3.2. Truck Class Haulage is not responsible for the condition of the goods before loading or after unloading, unless such damage is directly attributable to Truck Class Haulage's negligence or misconduct.
4. Loading and Unloading
4.1. The Customer is responsible for the loading and unloading of goods, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing and specified in the contract.
4.2. Truck Class Haulage will make reasonable efforts to assist with loading and unloading when agreed upon, but shall not be liable for any damage to goods or property during these operations unless caused by Truck Class Haulage's negligence.
5. Subcontracting
5.1. Truck Class Haulage reserves the right to subcontract the carriage of goods, in whole or in part, to qualified subcontractors. When subcontracting, Truck Class Haulage will ensure that subcontractors comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
6. Transit Time
6.1. Truck Class Haulage shall use reasonable efforts to deliver goods in accordance with the agreed-upon delivery schedule. However, transit times are estimates and not guaranteed.
7. Liability and Insurance
7.1. Truck Class Haulage's liability for loss or damage to goods in transit is limited to the amount stated in applicable international conventions or national laws, whichever is greater.
7.2. The Customer is responsible for insuring goods at their full value if they wish to cover losses beyond Truck Class Haulage's liability limit.
8. Claims
8.1. Any claims for loss, damage, or delay must be submitted in writing to Truck Class Haulage within 10 days of the delivery date. Failure to do so will result in the waiver of any such claims.
8.2. Claims should include all relevant documentation and details of the alleged loss or damage.
9. Payment
9.1. Payment for carriage services shall be made by the Customer in accordance with the terms specified in the contract or invoice.
10. Termination
10.1. Either party may terminate a carriage contract upon written notice if the other party breaches any material provision of the contract.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
11.1. These Conditions of Carriage shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Rutland, UK. Any disputes arising from these conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Rutland, UK.
12. Amendments
12.1. These Conditions of Carriage may be amended or modified only in writing and signed by both parties.
These Conditions of Carriage constitute the entire agreement between Truck Class Haulage and the Customer and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and representations, whether written or oral.
Truck Class Haulage
Rutland, UK