21/09/2022

Avoid EEXI uncertainty with the BIMCO EEXI clause

Taking on the role of an owner and a charterer in a hypothetical fixture discussion, Alexandra Couvadelli and Alex McCue discuss the implications of incorporating the BIMCO EEXI clause into the charterparty.

14/01/2022

Expect the unexpected: BIMCO model force majeure

Recognising the rise in extreme events in recent years, BIMCO has issued a model clause with the aim of addressing unexpected or ‘force majeure’ events that affect the performance of the parties under a contract. 

28/10/2021

Issue arising in newbuilding contracts

Shipbuilding projects are a significant investment and it is essential that contractual terms avoid uncertainty and ambiguity. Changes in the market, technological developments and an evolving regulatory environment all have the potential to trigger issues in relation to newbuilding projects and the associated contracts.

In this publication, the Club takes a look at some of the issues that potential buyers should be aware of, as well as the legal pitfalls to be avoided when entering into newbuilding contracts.

02/09/2021

Green Shipping “Fit for 55”: the EU Emissions Trading Scheme and promotion of greener fuels

On 14th July, 2021, the European Commission adopted a series of legislative proposals aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, known as the “Fit for 55” package. The package marks a key step towards the EU’s aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 as compared to 1990 levels, and then to carbon neutrality by 2050.  The proposals include, most notably for the maritime industry, measures to promote the use of alternative fuels and key amendments to the EU’s Emission Trading Scheme (“EU ETS”).