### Question
How is the "carrier" defined?


### Answer
The term **carrier** is defined in *46 U.S.C. § 30701* as follows -

> the owner, manager, charterer, agent, or master of a vessel

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 30701*
  - Heading: **Subtitle III-Maritime Liability > CHAPTER 307-LIABILITY OF WATER CARRIERS**

