Abstract
This article studies the liabilities of a multimodal transport operator under Chinese law. The present legal framework governing the multimodal transport consists of a complex array of laws and regulations. As a consequence, the applicable liability rules, the degree and the extent of the liability of a multimodal transport operator may vary from case to case. In addition, the ratification of the Rotterdam Rules would only contribute to clarification of legal complexities in a multimodal transport case where a sea leg is included. We conclude that there is a need to have a Chinese multimodal transport law which is broad enough in scope to govern the rights and liabilities of all parties involved in multimodal carriage in China.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 58-65 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Research in Transportation Economics |
Volume | 35 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - May 2012 |
Keywords
- Chinese law
- Liability
- Multimodal transport operator
- Rotterdam Rules
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous)
- Transportation