On 5 February 2025, the UK Supreme Court will hear the appeal in the MSC Flaminia. In brief, following a fire and explosions on board the Flaminia, the owners incurred various salvage and other expenses which they sought to claim from the time chartere…
The two main legislative developments in the EU which will have an impact for many in the industry in the year to come are: the expansion of the EU ETS and the introduction of the FUEM. EU ETS From January 2025, the scope of the EU ETS will expand furt…
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Autonomous ships have the potential to significantly enhance the efficiency of global supply chains by streamlining operations, reducing human error and optimizing routes. These vessels, equipped with advanced navigation systems and artificial intellig…
Are autonomous ships the future of maritime shipping for supply chains? Read More »
In the recent decision in Lord Marine Co SA -v- Vimeksim SRB DOO (Lord Hassan) [2024] EWHC 3305 (Comm), which the court has described as a paradigm case in which a sale should be ordered, the court has further considered its powers in support of arbitr…
Re-examining the right to force a cargo sale Read More »
Maritime trade constitutes a major part of the global economy as one of the important trade routes. Considering all commercial transport activities, the fact that approximately 85% of them are carried out by maritime routes emphasizes the importance of…
The Impact Of Russia And Ukraine War On Maritime Trade Read More »