What should a freight-forwarding agreement in Italy cover?
The agreement should distinguish forwarding from carriage responsibilities and address instructions, carrier selection, subcontracting, transport documents, routes, customs, dangerous goods, security, delivery, liability limits, insurance, charges, liens, notices, claims and applicable conventions.
When is the CMR Convention relevant to transport involving Italy?
CMR generally applies to qualifying international carriage of goods by road where the places of taking over and delivery are in different countries and at least one is a contracting state. Its application, liability rules, limits and notice requirements should be assessed against the actual route and contract.
Do you review warehouse and e-commerce fulfilment contracts?
Yes. We advise on storage, handling, inventory accuracy, order processing, packaging, returns, service levels, systems integration, data, shrinkage, inspections, business continuity, insurance, liens, stock transfer and exit arrangements.
Who is liable for lost or damaged cargo in Italy?
Liability depends on the transport mode, route, role of each party, applicable convention, contract, transport document and cause of loss. Notice deadlines and liability limits may apply, so surveys, reservations, photographs and other evidence should be preserved promptly.
Can you assist with customs and Incoterms issues in Italy?
Yes. We advise on contractual and procedural issues involving customs representatives, EORI, classification, origin, valuation, import controls, sanctions, Incoterms, documentary responsibilities and allocation of duties, taxes, risk and insurance.
Do you handle cargo claims and transport disputes in Italy?
Yes. We advise on loss, shortage, damage, theft, contamination, temperature deviation, delay, demurrage, detention, unpaid freight and warehouse charges, coordinating notices, evidence, mitigation, insurers and recovery through negotiation, arbitration or litigation.