Terms & Conditions

RJ drive ab Horse transport

by RJ Drive vehicle

All bookings are accepted on the understanding that the following conditions apply in full in all circumstances. A confirmed booking is an agreement that the customer will abide by the company's terms & conditions at all times.

  1. Carrier Liability & Exemptions:

    Pursuant to Chapter IV, Article 17, Paragraph 4(f) of the CMR International Convention, the Customer accepts that RJ Drive AB, as the carrier, is relieved of liability for any injury or loss related to live animals arising from the special risks inherent in their carriage. By confirming this booking, the Customer acknowledges these inherent risks.

  2. Owner’s Risk & Insurance:

    All horses and equipment travel at the Owner's risk, and all horses must be fully insured by the Owner. We reserve the right to discontinue or refuse to load any horse posing a risk to itself, our staff, or the vehicle. The driver's decision is final, and the Owner remains liable for all costs incurred.

  3. Third-Party Liability:

    RJ Drive AB and its employees will take all reasonable precautions. However, in the event of injury or damage sustained by your horse to another animal, third party, or equipment, the Owner remains personally liable for all damages.

  4. Preparation for Travel:

    It is the responsibility of the sender to prepare the horse for travel. The decision to dress the horse (rugs, boots, etc.) is entirely at the Owner's discretion and risk.

  5. Emergency Veterinary Care:

    All veterinary costs or additional stabling beyond the agreed journey must be covered by the Owner. If a horse requires urgent veterinary attention in our opinion and the Owner is unavailable, we reserve the right to contact a veterinarian on your behalf. The Owner remains entirely responsible for all emergency charges incurred.

  6. Safety & Offloading:

    We reserve the right to refuse to continue transport if we believe it cannot be done safely. A cancellation fee will apply. Should it be necessary to unload the horse at an alternative location for safety, the Owner is responsible for all stabling and veterinary fees. All costs must be settled in full before the horse is released. It is then the Owner's responsibility to organize further transport.

Vehicle & Horse Transport

by costumer vehicle

1. Carrier Liability & Exemptions (Live Animals)

In accordance with Chapter IV, Article 17, Paragraph 4(f) of the CMR Convention, RJ Drive AB is relieved of liability for any injury or loss to live animals arising from the special risks inherent in their carriage. This applies whether the animals are transported in our vehicles or the Customer's. The Owner accepts all risks related to the animal’s nature, behavior, and preparation (rugs, boots, etc.).

2. Roadworthiness & Tachograph Compliance

The Owner is solely responsible for ensuring the vehicle is roadworthy, has a valid technical inspection, and a fully functional/calibrated Tachograph system.

  • RJ Drive AB accepts no responsibility for fines or penalties related to tachograph unfitness or vehicle defects.

  • All such fines are the full responsibility of the Owner.

3. Pre-existing Damage & Documentation

RJ Drive AB is not responsible for any pre-existing damage, defects, or cosmetic imperfections present on the vehicle prior to transport.

  • It is the Owner’s responsibility to document the vehicle’s condition before the journey begins.

  • RJ Drive AB shall not be liable for any claims relating to damages that existed before the vehicle was handed over.

4. Fuel & Operational Costs

The Owner must ensure the vehicle has sufficient fuel, AdBlue, or electric charge for the journey.

  • If RJ Drive AB must top up fuel or fluids during transit, these costs will be invoiced to the Owner.

  • Any delays or costs caused by insufficient fuel or vehicle preparation are the Owner's responsibility.

5. Insurance & Third-Party Risk

All vehicles and horses move at the Owner’s risk. The Owner must maintain valid insurance for the vehicle and the animals. RJ Drive AB and its staff take all reasonable precautions, but the Owner remains personally liable for any damage caused by their horse or vehicle to third parties or equipment.

6. Emergency & Safety Rights

We reserve the right to refuse or stop transport if we believe the horse or vehicle poses a safety risk.

  • Vet Care: If a horse needs urgent care and the Owner is unreachable, we may contact a vet at the Owner's expense.

  • Offloading: If a horse/vehicle must be left at an alternative location for safety, all stabling and recovery fees must be settled by the Owner before release.