14/12/2023
On 8th December, 2023, BIMCO published four emissions scheme clauses: three clauses for voyage charterparties and a clause for use in ship management contracts. The purpose of the clauses is to allow parties to choose a...
15/11/2023
China recently amended its Civil Procedure Law (“CPL”), which will come into force from 1st January, 2024. Among the amendments, there are several issues that may impact on international shipping cases as...
25/10/2023
The following FAQs have been put together to provide general guidance and to highlight the type of contractual issues that might arise following the conflict in Israel-Gaza. The situation is very fluid and Members are advised...
28/09/2023
The quality of bunker fuel continues to be a source of concern to shipowners and charterers. Over the last 40 years or so, enhanced refining techniques have resulted in a decline in the quality of residual fuel. Unfortunately,...
13/09/2023
Earlier in the year the Managers became aware that the Nigerian Federal Internal Revenue Service (FIRS) had begun issuing tax demands to tanker owners/ships in respect of calls at Nigeria between 2010 and 2019. It is...