Shipping Agreement Template

This Shipping Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into on [Date], by and between:

Shipper: [Full Legal Name / Company Name]
Address: [Address]
Contact: [Phone, Email]

Carrier: [Full Legal Name / Company Name]
Address: [Address]
Contact: [Phone, Email]

Together referred to as the “Parties.”

1. Description of Goods

The Carrier agrees to transport the following goods:

• Type/Description: [Specify goods]

• Quantity/Weight: [Specify]

• Packaging: [Details of packing requirements]

2. Delivery Terms

• Pickup Location: [Address]

• Delivery Location: [Address]

• Delivery Deadline: [Date / Timeframe]

• Delivery Method: [Ground, Air, Sea, etc.]

3. Carrier Obligations

The Carrier shall:

• Transport goods safely and securely.

• Comply with applicable transportation and customs laws.

• Provide tracking and delivery confirmation to the Shipper.

• Ensure personnel are trained and qualified for handling goods.

4. Shipper Obligations

The Shipper shall:

• Prepare goods properly for shipment.

• Provide accurate information about weight, dimensions, and contents.

• Ensure compliance with packaging and labeling regulations.

• Pay all agreed shipping charges.

5. Payment Terms

• Shipping Fees: $[Amount or formula, e.g., per weight/volume/distance].

• Payment Due: [X days] after invoice receipt.

• Late Payment: [Specify late fee or interest].

6. Liability and Risk of Loss

• Carrier is liable for loss, theft, or damage to goods from pickup until delivery, except as otherwise limited by law or contract.

• Exclusions: Carrier is not responsible for loss caused by force majeure events, inadequate packaging, or inaccurate shipper-provided information.

7. Insurance

• The Shipper shall maintain insurance for goods valued at $[Amount].

• The Carrier shall maintain liability insurance in compliance with applicable laws.

8. Force Majeure

Neither Party shall be held liable for delays or failure to perform due to events beyond their reasonable control, including natural disasters, strikes, or government restrictions.

9. Term and Termination

• This Agreement is effective as of [Date] and continues until [end date/completion of shipment].

• Either Party may terminate with [X days] written notice, provided all obligations for completed shipments are met.

10. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of [State/Country].

11. Entire Agreement

This document contains the entire agreement between the Parties and supersedes all prior discussions, whether written or oral.

Signatures

Shipper: ____________________________ Date: _________
Name/Title: _________________________________________

Carrier: ____________________________ Date: _________
Name/Title: _________________________________________