Parliament has passed the Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025.
The new law replaces the outdated 1925 Act, bringing legal cla
rity.
It aligns India’s maritime law with modern global shipping standards.
The bill outlines responsibilities of shipowners, carriers, and consignees.
It covers loss, damage, and delay in the international movement of goods.
The reform supports India's Sagarmala and port modernization initiatives.
It boosts confidence among foreign shipping lines and exporters.
The government says the bill will reduce litigation and trade di
sputes.
Legal terms are now aligned with international conventions like Hague-V
isby Rules.
Experts call it a timely step for ease of doing business and trade growth.