A vessel owned by Company A carried beef for company B. The meat was required to be kept chilled during the voyage. The vessel had a refrigerating system. Upon the arrival of the ship at the destination, the meat was found decomposed due to the refrigeration system broken down. Company B sued for damages. Questions: (1) Would company A, the carrier, be responsible for the loss of company B? (2) (2) Please give your explanations for the above answer. (4)