Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 1724

The maritime carrier. Liable for loss or damage sustained by the goods and discovered at the port of arrival, owing to the presumption - 328 - Obligation that the damage occurred between loading and discharge, unless it proves that this occurred during operations preceding loading or following discharge. - The maritime carrier’s obligation. Its nature. Delivery of the goods complete and sound to the consignee after discharge of the goods. - The discharge contractor acts for the carrier’s account and under its responsibility. Consequence thereof. The carrier’s liability for errors committed by that contractor.