The liability of the parties involved in the transport of cargo is one of the most important topics in inland shipping law. This area has undergone changes, particularly in recent times. Special attention is given in the present papers to the influences from maritime law, which often takes a pioneering role for inland shipping law. At the beginning, attorney Dr. Klaus Ramming presents the liability of the carrier, independent subcontractors, and the ship's crew. The contribution by attorney Dr. Werner Korioth particularly addresses tort law issues related to organizational fault. Legal advisor Cécile Tournaye discusses a planned revision of the CLNI. Attorney Markus Jaegers.