26/04/2021
OFAC has announced that sanctions on certain Belarusian entities are to be imposed following a 45 day wind-down period. Podcast also available.
23/04/2021
On 15th April, 2021, the US took multiple sanctions actions targeting “aggressive and harmful activities by the Government of the Russian Federation” under a new Executive Order (“EO”). Podcast also available.
13/04/2021
A key difference between litigating a claim in the English High Court and resolving a claim in arbitration is the court’s power to impose sanctions on a party for failing to comply with its orders. This article looks at how the court’s powers work and how witnesses and parties can avoid falling foul of the rules and ending up in contempt of court, suffering court punishment and reputational damage. Podcast also available.
13/04/2021
The Commercial Court has recently handed down a useful judgment providing guidance regarding the circumstances in which it will award security for costs where claimants are domiciled out of the jurisdiction. We take the opportunity to remind Members of the principles involved. Podcast also available.
12/04/2021
There is a wind of change in the shipping industry as business and political leaders recognise and respond to the climate crisis. Decarbonisation and sustainability are now core considerations in the future of the sector. Podcast also available.