Third-party Risks in Container Operations
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What is a potential consequence of defective containers during inland transit?

  • Damaging properties along the journey
  • Causing injury to individuals (correct)
  • Reducing insurance premiums
  • Increasing the value of the cargo

When might an accident be caused by a container detachment in transit?

  • When cargo is securely packed within the container
  • When the container fixing points are damaged or corroded (correct)
  • When the container is brand new
  • When insurance coverage is comprehensive

How do International Group Clubs view accidents caused by defective containers?

  • As unrelated to the operation of the ship
  • As responsibility of the consignee
  • As an issue for the shipper to address
  • As integral to the operation of the ship (correct)

Why do liability risks from defective containers apply at any point in the container's journey?

<p>Because of potential third-party claims (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the container's journey makes it crucial to consider third-party risks?

<p>The door-to-door basis of carrying containers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are accidents involving detached containers considered linked to operation of the ship?

<p>'In connection with operation of the ship' clause in insurance policies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances are third-party claims brought within the Club cover?

<p>When they are made under the contract of carriage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario do third-party liabilities not have cover under the standard wordings used by most Clubs?

<p>When they are brought directly against the Member in tort (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of liability is not covered under the Pooling Agreement?

<p>Liability arising from damage caused by a defect in containers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the liability of a Member if their empty container is being re-positioned by carriage on a third-party ship?

<p>Liability as a shipper of cargo on the third-party ship (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what case would a Member be liable for damage caused by a defect in an empty container during re-positioning?

<p>When acting as the owner of the container (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is not covered under a Club's Rules when it comes to liabilities linked to third-party claims?

<p>Liabilities when acting as an operator or charterer of an entered ship (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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