Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 1733

The maritime carrier’s obligation to transport the goods from the port of shipment to the port of arrival within the time limit. - The contract of carriage by sea. Neither its discharge nor the termination of the maritime carrier’s liability occurs except by actual delivery of the goods complete and sound to the consignee or its representative within the time limit. The carrier is not relieved of liability unless it proves that its failure to perform its obligations is attributable to an extraneous cause. Reason therefor. - The shipper’s liability for damage sustained by the vessel or the goods shipped therein. Arises if it results from its act or a defect in its goods. Example concerning the shipper’s fault in transporting goods.