Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 32

Contract of carriage by sea. The occurrence of damage during the sea voyage is presumed, as it is the principal stage of the contract. Reliance on the conditions excluding liability provided for in the Commercial Code but not adopted by the Brussels Convention. Its condition. The carrier must prove that the damage occurred in operations preceding loading or following discharge. The burden of proof may not be imposed on any other party to the relationship. Reason therefor.