International Carriage of Passengers by Sea

Considers the complexities involved in the law applicable to contracts for the carriage of passengers by sea in England, Australia and Singapore. After outlining the international framework for the regulation of passenger ships, it describes and analyses the particular legal issues surrounding contracts for the carriage of passengers by sea.

Main features:

• Outlines the regulation of passenger ships at sea under international law
• Explains and analyses common law principles of contract as they apply to passenger contracts (in particular the law relating to incorporation of and interpretation of standard terms) and outlines the effect of relevant consumer protection laws in England, Australia and Singapore
• Explains the operation of international conventions limiting liability for maritime claims against carriers as they may operate in relation to passenger claims
• Discusses claims for damages for loss of enjoyment/ disappointment and distress
• Deals with the practical aspects of bringing a claim: time bars, notice provisions, jurisdiction clauses and disputes as to court jurisdiction