UNITED NATIONS CONVENTION ON THE CARRIAGE OF GOODS BY SEA, HAMBURG, 1978 (HAMBURG RULES)

In the interpretation and application of the provisions of this Convention regard shall be had to its international character and to the need to promote uniformity.

PART II. LIABILITY OF THE CARRIER

1. The responsibility of the carrier for the goods under this Convention covers the period during which the carrier is in charge of the goods at the port of loading, during the carriage and at the port of discharge.