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Short Title and commencement \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 PART I \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 COASTWISE TRADE \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 2. This}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Part}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 to}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 }{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 apply}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 to}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 coastwise trade. "Owner" to include "charterer" \par 3. Owner of ship not liable in certain cases \par 4. Restrictions as to provisions of bills of lading \par 5. Provisions as to condition of goods on delivery to ship \par 6. 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Absolute warranty of seaworthiness not to be implied \par 9. Statement as to application of Rules to be included in bills of lading \par 10. Modification of Rules 4 and 5 of Article III in relation to bulk cargoes \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3495214\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid14309977 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14309977\charrsid7491713 PART III \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid14309977 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14309977\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid14309977 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14309977\charrsid7491713 GENERAL PROVISIONS \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14309977\charrsid14966269 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid4742634 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4742634\charrsid7491713 11. 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Repeal and saving \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4742634\charrsid7491713 Schedule}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid4859973 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 ----------------------------------}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4859973\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid5387737 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4859973\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid5387737 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 THE SEA CARRIAGE OF GOODS ACT 1940 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid5387737 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid5387737 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 1940, No. 31 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid5387737 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid4859973 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 An Act to amend the law relating to the carriage of goods by}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 sea}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid5387737 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5387737\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14695078\charrsid7491713 1. }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Short Title and commencement}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (1) This Act may be cited as the Sea Carriage of Goods Act 1940. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14695078\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (2) This Act shall come into operation on the day on which His Majesty's assent thereto is notified by the Governor}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14695078\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 General by a Proclamation published in the }{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Gazette}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 , or on such later date (being not later than three months after the date of the publication of the Proclamation as aforesaid) as is specified in that behalf in the Proclamation. \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11681835 {\fs18\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 This Act, w}{\fs18\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6822776\charrsid7491713 hi}{ \fs18\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 ch was reserved by the Governor}{\fs18\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs18\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 General for the signification of His Majesty's pleasure thereon, was assented to by His Majesty in Council and came into force on 1 March 1943; see the Sea Carriage of Goods Act Commencement Order 1943 (S.R. 1943/11). \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid11681835 {\fs18\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11681835\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11681835 {\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid13912033 This Act binds the Crown; see s. 5 (2) of the Crown Proceedings Act 1950. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid6822776 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 PART I \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid6822776 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6822776\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid6822776 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 COASTWISE TRADE \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid6822776 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6822776\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 2. This Part to apply to coastwise trade. 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Owner of ship not liable in certain cases}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 If the owner of any ship carrying goods from any por t in New Zealand to any other port in New Zealand exercises due diligence to make the ship in all respects seaworthy, and properly manned, eq}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid797425\charrsid7491713 uipped, and supplied,-}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid797425\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid797425 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (a) Neither the ship nor her owner or a gent shall be responsible for loss or damage arising or resulting from faults or errors in navi}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid797425\charrsid7491713 g}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 ation or in the management of the ship; and \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid797425\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid797425 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (b) Neither the ship nor her owner, agent, or master shall be responsible for loss or d}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid797425\charrsid7491713 amage arising or resulting from-}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid797425\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid11955960 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (i) Dangers of the}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 sea or other navigable waters;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid11955960 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (ii) Acts of God}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 ;}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid11955960 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 (iii) Acts of public enemies;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid11955960 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (iv) Inherent defect, quality, or vice of the thing carried}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 ;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid11955960 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 (v) Insufficiency of package;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid11955960 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 vi) Seizure under legal process;}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid11955960 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (vii) Act or omission of the shipper or owner of the goods}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 or his agent or representative;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid11955960 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (viii) Saving or attempting to save life or property at sea, or deviating in rendering such service. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11955960\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid16265715 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4225667\charrsid7491713 Cf. 1922, No.}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7491713 }{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4225667\charrsid7491713 58, s.3}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid16265715\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4225667\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4225667\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 4. Restrictions as to provisions of bills of lading}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (1) Subject to the provisions of the next succeeding subsection, where any bill of lading or other shipping document to which this Part of this Act applies contains any clause, covenant, or agreement}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid8720535 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (a) Whereby the manager, agent, master, or owner of any ship, or the ship itself, shall be relieved from liability for loss or damage arising from the harmful or improper condition of the ship's hold or arising from negligence, fault, or failure in proper loading, stowage, custody, care, or del ivery of any lawful merchandise or property committed to their or its charge; or \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid8720535\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid8720535 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (b) Whereby the obligations of the owner of the ship to exercise due diligence to properly equip, man, provision, and outfit the ship, to make the hold of the ship fit and saf e for the reception of cargo, and to make the ship seaworthy and capable of performing her intended voyage are in anywise lessened or avoided; or \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid8720535\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid4077791 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (c) Whereby the obligations of the master, officers, agents, or servants to carefully handle and stow the cargo, and to care for and properly deliver it, are i}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15432460\charrsid7491713 n anywise lessened or avoided,-}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid4077791 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4077791\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 that clause, covenant, or agreement shall be null and void and of no effect, unless the Court before which any question relating thereto is tried adjudges it to be just and reasonable. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4077791\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (2) This section shall not apply in relation to the carriage of live animals. \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid15432460 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid534235\charrsid7491713 Cf. 1922, No. 58, s.4 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid534235\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 5. Provisions as to condition of goods on delivery to ship}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4077791\charrsid7491713 -}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (1) Any clause written or stamped upon the face of a bill of lading or other shipping document to which this Part of this Act applies, purporting to describe the con dition or defect of packages or goods referred to therein, shall be nul}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4077791\charrsid7491713 l and void unless,-}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4077791\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid15483903 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (a) The attention of the shipper or his agent, or where there is no agent at the port of shipment known to the owner of the ship then of the person delivering the p ackages of goods alongside the ship, has been called to the condition or defect of the packages or goods at the time of their delivery to the ship; and \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4077791\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid15483903 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (b) The condition or defect of the packages or goods has been noted on the receipt given at that time or, where no receipt is given, on any shipping document given at the ship's side on the delivery of the goods; and \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4077791\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11820738 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (c) The fact that attentio}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4077791\charrsid7491713 n has been so called to the con}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 dition or defect of the packages or goods at the time}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11547898\charrsid7491713 }{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 of their delive}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11547898\charrsid7491713 ry to the ship has been noted o}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 n the bill of lading or other shipping document given in respect of the packages or goods. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11820738\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (2) Where any package which has been acknowledged in a bill of lading or other shipping document to have been received in good or apparent good orde r and condition is delivered in other than apparent good order and condition and is found to have been tampered with or pillaged, the production of }{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 bona fide}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 invoices shall be }{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 prima facie}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 evidence that the contents of the package were in accordance therewith, unless the package is one of a number of packages delivered to the same consignee, in which case the production of }{ \i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 bona fide}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 invoices shall be accepted as such }{ \i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 prima facie}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 evidence as aforesaid only if the consignee proves that the goods claimed to hav e been pillaged or not delivered were not contained in one or more o}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7095488\charrsid7491713 f}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 the other packages. \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid14839837 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Cf. 1922, No. 58, s. 5 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 6. Maximum liability of owner}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (1) Neither the owner nor the ship shall in any event be or become liable for any loss or damage to or in conne ction with goods to any greater extent than a sum calculated at the rate of ten pounds per cubic foot, but not in any case exceeding fifty pounds per package or unit, unless the nature and value of such goods have been declared by the shipper before shipm ent and inserted in the bill of lading or other shipping document. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (2) This declaration if embodied in the bill of lading or other shipping document shall be }{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 prima facie }{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 evidence, but shall not be binding or conclusive on the owner. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (3) By agreement between the owner, master, or agent of the owner and the shipper another maximum amount than that mentioned in this section may be fixed: \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Provided that such maximum shall not be less than the amount above named. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (4) Neither the owner nor the ship shall be responsible in any event for loss or damage to or in connection with goods if the nature or value thereof has been knowingly misstated by the shipper in the bill of lading or other shipping document. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (5) This section shall not apply in relation to the carriage of live animals or of other cargo which in the bill of lading or other shipping document is stated as being carried on deck and which is so carried. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11754972 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Cf. Schedule, Art. IV, Rule 5 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11754972 {\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 See also the Carriers Act 1948, which (under s. 8 of that Act) is to be read subject to this Part. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid15073893 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 PART II \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid15073893 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid15073893 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 CARRIAGE BY SEA FROM NEW ZEALAND \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid15073893 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15073893\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 7. Application of Rules in Schedule}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 -}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (1) Subject to the provisions of this Act, the Rules contained in the Schedule to this Act (in this Part referred to as "the R ules") shall have effect in relation to and in connection with the carriage of goods by sea in ships from any port in New Zealand to any port outside New Zealand. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6379448\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (2) The Rules shall not by virtue of this Act apply to any contract for the carriage of goods by sea made before the commencement of this Act, nor to any bill of lading or}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6379448\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 similar document of title issued, whether before or after the commencement of this Act, in pursuance of any such contract as aforesaid. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6379448\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11754972 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Cf. Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1924, }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 ss. 1, 6}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (3) (U.K.) \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6379448\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5667987\charrsid7491713 8. Absolute warranty of seaworthiness not to be implied}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5667987\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5667987 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5667987\charrsid7491713 There shall not be implied in any contract for the carriage of goods by sea to which the Rules apply any absolute undertaking by the carrier of the goods to provide a seaworthy ship.}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6379448\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1140648 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Cf. Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1924, s. 2 (U.K.) \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6379448\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 9. Statement as to application of Rules to be included in bills of lading}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (1) Every bill of lading or similar document of title issued in New Zealand which contains or is evidence of any contract to which the Rules apply shall contain an express statement that it is to have effect subject to the provisions of the Rules as appli ed by this Act. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6379448\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (2) Every owner, charterer, master, or agent who issues any such bill of lading or similar document of title without complying with this section shall be liable on summary conviction to a fine of one hundred pounds. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid16207580\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1140648 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Cf. Carriage of Good}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1140648\charrsid7491713 s b y Sea Act 1924, s. 3 (U.K.)}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 ; 1922, No. 58, s. 9 (3) \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 10. Modification of Rules 4 and 5 of Article III in relation to bulk cargoes}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Where under the custom of any trade the weight of any bulk cargo inserted in a bill of lading to which the Rules apply is a we ight ascertained or accepted by a third party other than the carrier or the shipper and the fact that the weight is so ascertained or accepted is stated in the bill of lading, then, notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the Rules, the bill of lading shall not be deemed to be}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12854857\charrsid7491713 }{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 prima facie}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 evidence against the carrier of the receipt of goods of the w}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7491713 eight so inserted in the bill of}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 lading, and the accuracy thereof at the time of shipment shall not be deemed to have been guaranteed by the shipper. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12854857\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1140648 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Cf. Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1924, s. 5 (U.K.) \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12854857\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12854857 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 PART III \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12854857 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12854857\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12854857 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 GENERAL PROVISIONS \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12854857 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12854857\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 11. Lodging of claims for damage, short delivery, and pillage}{ \b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (1) The agents in New Zealand of any ship not registered in New Zealand shall be deemed to be the legal represen tatives of the master and the owner or charterer of the ship after the departure of the ship from the port at which she was discharged for the purpose of receiving and paying claims for short delivery, damage, or pillage of cargo, and the amount of any su ch claim may be recovered from the agents in any Court of competent jurisdiction: \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15021680\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Provided that it shall be lawful for the agents, by notice in writing delivered to the Collector of C}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15021680\charrsid7491713 u}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 stoms not later than twenty}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 four hours before the departure of any ship, to decline to accept any responsibility under this section in respect of that ship, in which case the master and some other person approved by the Collector shall, before the ship is allowed her clearance, enter into a joint and several bond in a sum not exceeding the value of her cargo, as shown by the ship's papers, for the payment of any sum which, together with costs, may be recovered against the agents of the ship. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15021680\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (2) No proceedings for the recovery of any claim under this section shall be taken unl ess notice of the claim is given to the agents not later than fourteen days after the delivery of the cargo in respect of which the claim is made. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3946686\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1140648 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Cf. 1922, No. 58, s. 7 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3946686\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 12. Bill of lading to be binding if signed by authorised person}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Every bill of lading or other shipping document relating to the carriage of goods issued by the manager, agent, master, owner, or charterer of a ship, and signed by any person purporting to be authorised to sign it, shall be binding on the master and the owner or charterer o f the ship as if the bill of lading or other document had been signed}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid16584967\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 by the master. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid16584967\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid16398099 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Cf. 1922, No. 58, s. 8 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid9524052\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 13. Saving}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (1) Nothing in the foregoing provisions of this Act shall affect the operation of }{ \b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 [}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 sections three hundred and three to three hundred and six, three hundred and eight, four hundred and fifty}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 nine, four hundred and sixty, and four hundred and sixty}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 six of the Shipping and Seamen Act 1952}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 ]}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 , or the operation of any other enactment for the time being in force limiting the liability of the owners of seagoing vessels. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid8264436\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (2) Nothing in this Act shall affect the operation of section three o\'a3 the Mercantile Law Amendment Act 1922. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid8264436\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid16398099 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Cf. Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1924, s. 6 (2) (U.K.) \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid8264436\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid16398099 {\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 In subs. (1), ss. 303}{\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{ \lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid16398099\charrsid7491713 306, 308, 3}{\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 59, 460, and 466 of the Shipping and Seamen Act 1952, being the corresponding enactments in force at the date of this reprin}{\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid16398099\charrsid7491713 t, have been substituted for ss.}{ \lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 214}{\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 218 and 294}{ \lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 296 of the repealed Shipping and Seamen Act 1908. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid8264436\charrsid7491713 \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 14. Application of Act to Cook Islands and Samoa}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid13912033 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 The Governor}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 General may from time to time, by Order in Council, apply to the Cook Islands or to Samoa such of the provisions of this Act as he thinks fit, with such adaptations as he considers necessary to make the provisions applicable to the Cook Islands or to Samoa, as the case may be. \par \par }{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 15. Repeal and Saving}{\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 The Sea Carriage of Goods Act 1922 is hereby repealed: \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid13788246\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Provided that that Act shall, notwithstanding the repeal thereof, continue to apply with re spect to any contract for the carriage of goods made before the commencement of this Act and to any bill of lading or other shipping document issued, whether before or after the commencement of this Act, in pursuance of any such contract as aforesaid. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid13788246 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid7491713 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14966269 _____________________}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7491713\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid14383085 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14383085\charrsid7491713 SCHEDULE \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3697778 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7942006\charrsid14966269 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3697778\charrsid7491713 Section 7 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid14383085 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14383085\charrsid14966269 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid14383085 {\b\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14383085\charrsid7491713 RULES RELATING TO BILLS OF LADING \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14383085\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid14383085 {\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid14383085\charrsid7491713 Article I - Definitions \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11935479\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 IN these Rules the following expressions have the meanings hereby assigned to them respectively, that is to say: \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11935479\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11935479 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (a) "Carrier" includes the owner or the charterer who enters into a cont}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 ract of carriage with a shipper;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11935479\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11935479 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (b) "Contract of carriage" applies only to contracts of carriage covered by a bill of lading or any similar document of title, in so far as such document relates to the carriage of goods by sea, including}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11935479\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 any bill of lading or any similar document as aforesaid issued under or pursuant to a charter party from the moment at which such bill of lading or similar document of title regulates the relations between a c}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 arrier and a holder of the same;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11935479\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11935479 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (c) "Goods" includes goods, wares, merchandise, and articles of every kind whatsoever, except live animals and cargo which by the contract of carriage is stated as being carried on deck and is so carried}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 ;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid11935479\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11935479 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (d) "Ship" means any vessel used f}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 or the carriage of goods by sea;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid13912033 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid13912033 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid13912033 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid11935479 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (e) "Carriage of goods" covers the period from the time when the goods are loaded on to the time when they are discharged from the ship. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid679868 {\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid679868\charrsid7491713 Article II - Risks \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid679868\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Subject to the provisions of Article V I, under every contract of carriage of goods by sea the carrier, in relation to the loading, handling, stowage, carriage, custody, care, and discharge of such goods, shall be subject to the responsibilities and liabilities, and entitled to the rights and immunities hereinafter set forth. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid679868\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3634620 {\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3634620\charrsid7491713 Article III - Responsibilities and Liabilities \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3634620\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 1. The carrier shall be bound, before and at the beginning of the voyag}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid679868\charrsid7491713 e, to exercise due diligence to-}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid679868\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10292739 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 (a) Make the ship seaworthy;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid679868\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10292739 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (b) Properly }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 man, equip, and supply the ship;} {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid679868\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10292739 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (c) Make the holds, refrigerating and cool chambers, and all other parts of the ship in which goods are carried fit and safe for their reception, carriage, and preservation. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid679868\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 2. Subject to the provisions of Article IV, the carrier shall properly and carefully load, handle, stow, carry, keep, care for, and discharge the goods carried. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid679868\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 3. After receiving the goods into his charge, the carrier, or the master or agent of the carri er, shall, on demand of the shipper, issue to the shipper a bill of lading showing, among other things,}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1403018\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1403018\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid13188956 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (a) The leading marks necessary for identification of the goods as the same are furnished in writing by the shipper before the loading of such goods starts, provided such marks are stamped or}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1403018\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 otherwise shown clearly upon the goods if uncovered, or on the cases or coverings in which such goods are contained, in such a manner as should ordinarily remain legi}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 ble until the end of the voyage;}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1403018\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid13188956 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (b) Either the number of packages or pieces, or the quantity, or weight, as the case may be, as furnished in writing by the shipper}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 ;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid13188956\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid13188956 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 (c) The apparent order and condition of the goods: \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid13188956\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Provided that no carrier, master, or agent of the carrier shall be bound to state or show in the bill of lading any marks, number, quantity, or weight which he has reasonable ground for suspecting not accurately to represent the goods actually received, or which he has had no reasonable means of checking. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 4. Such a bill of lading shall be }{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 prima facie}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 evidence of the receipt by the carrier of the goods as therein described in accordance with Rule 3 (a), (b), and (c). \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 5. The shipper shall be deemed to have guaranteed to the carrier the accuracy at the time of shipment of the marks, number, quantity, and weight, as furnished by him, and the shipper shall indemnify the carrier against all loss, damages, and expenses arising or resulting from inaccuracies in such particulars. The right of the carrier to such indemnity shall in no way limit hi s responsibility and liability under the contract of carriage to any person other than the}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 s}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 hipper. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 6. Unless notice of loss or damage and the general nature of such loss or damage be given in writing to the carrier or his agent at the port of discharge be fore or at the time of the removal of the goods into the custody of the person entitled to delivery thereof under the contract of carriage, or, if the loss or damage be not apparent, within three days, such removal shall be }{ \i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 prima facie}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 evidence of the delivery by the carrier of the goods as described in the bill of lading. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 The notice in writing need not be given if the state of the goods has at the time of their receipt been the subject of joint survey or inspection. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 In any event the carrier and the ship shall be discharged from all liability in respect of loss or damage unless suit is brought within one year after delivery of the goods or the date when the goods should have been delivered. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 In the case of any actual or apprehended loss or damage the carrier and the receiver shall give all reasonable facilities to each other for inspecting and tallying the goods. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 7. After the goods are loaded the bill of lading to be issued by the carrier, ma ster, or agent of the carrier to the shipper shall, if the shipper so demands, be a "shipped" bill of lading: \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Provided that if the shipper shall have previously taken up any document of title to such goods he shall surrender the same as against the issue of the "shipped" bill of lading, but at the option of the carrier such document of title may be noted at the p o rt of shipment by the carrier, master, or agent with the name or names of the ship or ships upon which the goods have been shipped and the date or dates of shipment, and when so noted the same shall, for the purpose of this article, be deemed to constitut e a "shipped" bill of lading. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10964275\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 8. Any clause, co}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 venant, or agreement in a contract of carriage relieving the carrier or the ship from liability for loss or damage to or in connection with goods arising from negligence, fault, or failure in}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1325740\charrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 the duties and o bligations provided in this article or lessening such liability otherwise than as provided in these Rules shall be null and void and of no effect. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1325740\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid15542329 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15542329\charrsid7491713 A benefit of insurance or similar clause shall be deemed to be a}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7491713 }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15542329\charrsid7491713 clause relieving the carrier from liability. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15542329\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2778958 {\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid2778958\charrsid7491713 Article IV \endash Rights and Immunities}{ \i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid9206948\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid9206948\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid2778958\charrsid7491713 1. Neither the carrier nor the ship shall be liable for loss or damage arising or resulting from unseaworthiness unless caused by want of due diligence on the part of the carrier to make the ship seaworthy, and to sec ure that the ship is properly manned, equipped, and supplied, and to make the holds, refrigerating and cool chambers, and all other parts of the ship in which goods are carried fit and safe}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 for their reception, carriage, and preservation in accordance with the provisions of Rule 1 of Article III.}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid2778958\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par Whenever loss or damage has resulted from unseaworthiness, the burden of proving the exercise of due diligence shall be on the carrier or other person claiming exemption under this rule. \par \par 2. Neither the carrier nor the ship shall be responsible for loss or damage arising or resulting from- \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 (a) Act, neglect, or default of the master, mariner, pilot, or the servants of the carrier in the navigation or in the management of the ship; \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 (b) Fire, unless caused by the actual }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 fault or privity of the carrier;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 (c) Perils, dangers, and accidents of th}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 e sea or other navigable waters;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 (d) Act of God;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 (e) Act of war;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 (f) Act of public enemies;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 (g) Arrest or restraint of princes, rulers, or people,}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 or seizure under legal process;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 (h) Quarantine restrictions;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid7370662 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 (i) Act or omission of the shipper or owner of the goo}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 ds, his agent or representative;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7370662\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid5591837 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 (j) Strikes or lockouts or stoppage or restraint of labour from whatever ca}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 use, whether partial or general;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid5591837 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 (k) Riots and civil commotions;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid5591837 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 (l) Saving or attempting }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 to save life or property at sea;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid5591837 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 (m) Wastage in bulk or weight or any other loss or damage arising from inherent defect, quality, or vice }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 of the goods;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid5591837 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 (n) Insufficiency of packing;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid5591837 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 (o) Insuf}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 ficiency or inadequacy of marks;}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid5591837 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 (p) Latent defects no}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 t discoverable by due diligence;}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid12408914 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5591837\charrsid7491713 (q) Any other cause arising without the actual fault or privity of the carrier, or without the fault or neglect of the agents or servants of the carrier; but the burden of proof shall be on the person claiming the benefit of this exception to show that neither the actual fault or privity of the carrier nor the fault or neglect of the agents or servants of the carri er contributed to the loss or damage. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid2778958\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 3. The shipper shall not be responsible for loss or damage sustained by the carrier or the ship arising or resulting from any cause without the act, fault, or neglect of the shipper, his agents, or his servants. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 4. Any deviation in saving or }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid16001608\charrsid7491713 attempting}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 to save life or property at sea, or any reasonable deviation shall }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid16001608\charrsid7491713 not be deemed to be an infringe}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 ment or breach of these Rules or of the contract of carriage, and the carrier shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting therefrom. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 5. Neither the carrier nor the ship shall in any event be or become liable for any loss or damage to or in connection with goods in an amount exceeding one hundred pounds per package or unit, or the equivalent of that sum in other currency, unless the nature and value of such goods have been declared by the shipper before shipment and inserted in the bill of lading. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 This declaration if embodied in the bill of lading shall be prima facie evidence, but shall not be binding or conclusive on the carrier. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 By agreement between the carrier, master, or agent of the carrier and the shipper another maximum amount than that mentioned in this rule maybe fixed}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1516092\charrsid7491713 :}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Provided that such maximum shall not be le}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid6179331\charrsid7491713 ss than the figure above named.}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Neither the carrier, nor the ship shall be responsible in any event for loss or damage to or in connection with goods if the nature or value thereof has been knowingly misstated by the shipper in the bill of lading. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10425180\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 6. Goods of an inflammable, explosive, or dang erous nature to the shipment whereof the carrier, master, or agent of the carrier has not consented with knowledge of their nature and character may at any time before discharge be landed at any place or destroyed or rendered innocuous by the carrier with out compensation, and the shipper of such goods shall be liable for all damages and, expenses directly or indirectly arising out of or resulting from such shipment. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1516092\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 If any such goods shipped with such knowledge and consent shall become a danger to the ship or cargo, they may in like manner be landed at any place or destroyed or rendered innocuous by the carrier without liability on the part of the carrier except to general average, if any. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1516092\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid5526081 {\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Article V}{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 }{ \i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 }{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Surrender of Rights and Immunities, and}{ \i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 \par }{\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Increase of Responsibilities and Liabilities \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5526081\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 A carrier shall be at liberty to surrender in whole or in part all or any of his rights and immunities or to increase any of his responsibilities and liabilities under the Rules contained in any of these articles: \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3238406\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Provided such surrender or increase shall be embodied in the bill of lading issued to the shipper.}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid7491713 }{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 The provisions of these Rules shall not be applicable to charter parties, but if bills of lading are issued in the case of a ship under a charter party they shall comply with the terms of these Rules. Nothing in these Rules shall be held to prevent the insertion in a bill of lading of any lawful provision regarding general average. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3238406\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3238406 {\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3238406\charrsid7491713 Article VI \endash Special Conditions \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3238406\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Notwithstanding the provisions of the preceding articles, a carrier, master, or agent of the carrier, and a shipper, shall in regard to any particular goods be at liberty to enter into any agreement in any terms as to the responsibility and liability of t h e carrier for such goods, and as to the rights and immunities of the carrier in respect of such goods, or his obligation as to seaworthiness, so far as this stipulation is not contrary to public policy, or the care or diligence of his servants or agents i n regard to the loading, handling, stowage, carriage, custody, care, and discharge of the goods carried by sea, provided that in this case no bill of lading has been or shall be issued and that the terms agreed shall be embodied in a receipt which shall be a non}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 negotiable document and shall be marked as such. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10040829\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Any agreement so entered into shall have full legal effect. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10040829\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Provided that this article shall not apply to}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15750388\charrsid7491713 ordinary commercial shipments}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 made in the ordinary course of trade, but only to other shipments where the character or condition of the property to be carried or the circumstances, terms, and conditions under which the carriage is to be performed are such as reasonably to justify a s pecial agreement. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10040829\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10040829 {\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10040829\charrsid7491713 Article VII \endash Limitation on the Application of the Rules \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10040829\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Nothing herein contained shall prevent a carrier or a shipper from entering into any agreement, stipulation, condition, reservation, or exemption as to the responsibility and liabi lity of the carrier or the ship for the loss or damage to or in connection with the custody and care and handling of goods prior to the loading on and subsequent to the discharge from the ship on which the goods are carried by sea. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10040829\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid5703697 {\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5703697\charrsid7491713 Article VIII \endash Limitation of Liability \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5703697\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 The provisions of these Rules shall not affect the rights and obligations of the carrier under any statute for the time being in force relating to the limitation of the liability of owners of sea}{ \fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid12864553\charrsid7491713 -}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 going vessels. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid10040829\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid5703697 {\i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 Article}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 }{ \i\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 IX}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid12864553 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid5703697\charrsid7491713 \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid3882326\charrsid7491713 The monetary units mentioned in these Rules are to be taken to be New Zealand currency. \par }{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15750388\charrsid7491713 \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid15750388 {\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid4393880 -------------------------------------}{\fs24\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid15750388\charrsid7491713 \par }}