CMR (Convention on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Road)

The CMR (Convention on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Road) is an international treaty that standardizes the rules and responsibilities for transporting goods via trucks across different countries. It establishes conditions for contracts, liability limits for damage or loss, and procedures for claims and documentation. Its purpose is to facilitate smooth cross-border road freight operations, reducing legal uncertainties and ensuring that shippers, carriers, and recipients understand their rights and obligations. In essence, CMR creates a uniform legal framework to support efficient, predictable, and fair international road transportation of goods.