Direct payment action extended to international transport

Article L132-8 of the French Commercial Code allows unpaid carriers to claim freight charges directly from shippers or consignees.

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This mechanism applies even if the ordering party, often a freight forwarder, defaults.

It ensures freight payment in international transport chains.

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