Business AWB Document

Business AWB Document

This Business Air Waybill Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into as of Date: by and between Shipper Name: and Carrier Name: . AWB Number: .

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, Shipper desires to engage Carrier to provide air transportation and associated logistics services for goods identified under the AWB referenced above and in this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, Carrier is duly licensed and qualified to provide such transportation services and agrees to carry the Goods subject to the terms, conditions and limitations set forth in this Agreement and the applicable air waybill terms and conditions; and

WHEREAS, the parties intend that this Agreement govern commercial, logistical, regulatory and payment arrangements related to the transport described herein.

Scope of Work

Carrier shall provide air carriage, handling, documentation and customary ancillary services for the Goods described below in accordance with this Agreement and the terms of the applicable air waybill. Shipper shall tender the Goods in accordance with Carrier's requirements and applicable law.

AWB / Shipment Details

Payment Terms

Shipper shall pay Carrier the charges for carriage, handling and ancillary services in accordance with the schedule below. All amounts are due in the currency specified and are payable without set-off. Late payments shall accrue interest and may constitute grounds for suspension of services.

Term and Termination

This Agreement commences on Start Date: and continues until End Date: unless earlier terminated as set forth herein. Either party may terminate for convenience upon Notice Period (days): days' prior written notice. Either party may terminate immediately for material breach or insolvency. Termination shall be without prejudice to accrued rights and obligations, and obligations that by their nature survive termination shall remain in effect.

Carrier Liability; Indemnity

Carrier's liability for loss, damage or delay to Goods shall be governed by the applicable air waybill terms and international conventions where applicable. To the extent permitted by law, Carrier's liability shall be limited to the declared value for carriage or to statutory limits, whichever is lower. Shipper shall indemnify, defend and hold Carrier harmless from and against all claims, fines, penalties, losses, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of Shipper's breach, negligent packing, improper documentation, misrepresentation of contents, or failure to comply with applicable laws, customs or hazardous material regulations.

Customs Clearance and Regulatory Compliance

Shipper is solely responsible for providing accurate customs documentation, valuations, export/import permits and any other required regulatory information. Carrier may, at Shipper's expense, provide customs brokerage services where agreed. Neither party shall be responsible for delays or additional charges resulting from incorrect or incomplete documentation provided by the other party.

Confidentiality

Each party acknowledges that confidential business information disclosed under this Agreement shall be maintained in confidence and used solely for performance of this Agreement. Confidential information excludes information that is or becomes publicly available through no breach, is independently developed by the recipient, or is required to be disclosed by law or regulatory process provided the disclosing party is given prior notice where permitted.

Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for failure or delay in performance resulting from causes beyond its reasonable control, including acts of nature, war, terrorism, strikes, labor disputes, governmental acts or restrictions, epidemics, or other events of force majeure. The affected party shall notify the other party promptly and use reasonable efforts to mitigate the effects.

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Jurisdiction: without regard to conflict of law principles. Venue for any dispute shall be in the courts of such jurisdiction unless the parties agree otherwise in writing.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with the applicable air waybill terms and any schedules or attachments expressly incorporated herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter and supersedes all prior negotiations, proposals or agreements, whether written or oral. Any amendment or modification must be in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

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