Forbes Forbes Campbell & Co. Ltd vs Board Of Trustees, Port Of Bombay

The Supreme Court addressed the liability of a steamer agent under the Major Port Trusts Act, 1963, specifically examining whether a steamer agent can be considered the owner of goods under Section 2(o). The Court held that a steamer agent is not liable for storage charges or demurrage for uncleared goods, as the responsibility lies with the consignee. Consequently, the appeal was allowed, overturning the lower court's decision that had imposed liability on the steamer agent.