Lexology - Maritime

Sustainability is, and will continue to be, a key focus of the shipping industry for the foreseeable future. Whilst there is perhaps more shareholder pressure on well-established key players in …

The U.S. automotive aftermarket, a sector traditionally known for its stability and consistent growth, is currently at a pivotal moment. While projected to exceed $570 billion in sales in 2025, …

UK Government releases its interim response to expansion of the UK ETS to the maritime sector Following a series of consultations, the UK government has released its interim response to …

Court of Appeal delivers a “WIN WIN” judgment for vessel interests represented by Hill Dickinson Maria Moisidou and Harris Kouppas acted for the successful claimants (respondents in the appeal), including …

EU Investment The European Commission proposed a Regulation to establish the Connecting Europe Facility for 2028-2034, and the rules for providing funding under the Facility to projects in the trans-European …

On June 12, 2025, President Trump signed three Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolutions that revoked the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Air Act (CAA) preemption waivers previously granted to …

To implement the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (“IMSBC”) Code, including amendments concerning pontoons and self-propelled barges transporting nickel ore, the Director General of Sea Transportation (“DGST”) of the Indonesian …

Highlights The Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) on July 22, 2025, published a standard clause for time charter parties to address contractual uncertainties arising from the U.S. Trade Representative's …

Earlier this month, the Hong Kong Government unveiled its long-anticipated legislative proposal to regulate online hailing hire car services. This legislative proposal will pave the way to remove the legal …

Introduction In recent years, maritime regions traditionally traversed by merchant vessels have witnessed a noticeable increase in luxury yachts venturing into new and uncharted territories. While these areas present unique …

摘要 在租船实务中，有各种各样的sub。 船东和租家需要在谈判中确保摘掉所有的sub，才能使租船合同成立。然而，在和解谈判中，我们有时也会遇到与租船类似的“摘sub”情况。本文将以英国上诉法院的一个判例为切入点，具体分析在和解谈判中，“subject to contract”label以及WPSATC offer具有什么法律效力。 一、sub在租船中的使用 在租船实务中，我们常说的“sub”, 就是“subject”。租船合同若是想成立，必须船东和租家在谈判中摘掉所有的sub。这些sub种类繁多，五花八门，有“subject to details”, “subject to board approval”, “subject to stem”, 等等。而且这些sub里面，有些是船东的sub，有些是租家的sub，有些既是船东又是租家的sub。 谈判一开始先是要on sub, 随后在船东和租家一轮一轮的谈判中，双方会慢慢把这些sub一个一个摘掉，直至合同成立。最终，经纪人会整理出一份clean recap，作为最后的合同发给双方。 在租船谈判中，很少有人会用“subject to contract”。这个标签在英国法下的意思很简单，那就是直到双方正式签署合同之前，前面的所有谈判都不具有合同的约束力，任何一方可以随时退出谈判而无需承担违约责任。 下面我们通过上诉法院的判例Joanne Properties Ltd v …

Learn how to effectively prepare for and respond to DVSA Desk-Based Assessments in this article from our transport regulation experts. Desk-Based Assessments (DBAs) are an increasingly common form of regulatory …

The EU’s proposed new oil price cap on Russian exports has reignited a familiar tension between sanction enforcement and maritime competitiveness. While the intention behind the measure is intended to …

It is a common scenario in the maritime industry that a supply or repair contract is signed with one company, but the vessel is owned by another. When the bill …

The Competition and Markets Authority has launched a new market study into the design, planning and delivery of road and railway infrastructure across the country. The market study will examine …

Find out more about Lexology or get in touch by visiting our About page. Secondo la Corte, l’autorità competente di cui all’articolo 9 del Regolamento n. 300/2008 si distingue dagli …

On 10 July 2025, the Court of Justice handed down its judgment in Case C‑783/23, Liège Airport Security SA v État belge, on the interpretation of Article 9 of Regulation …

Since last October’s Supreme Court ruling that secret commissions paid by lenders were unlawful, Motor Finance has been a hot topic with Claims Management Companies (CMCs), as seen in their …

Court upholds claim for damage to perishable cargo Wealmoor Ltd -v- K.L.M. Cia Real Holandesa De Aviacion & another [2025] EWHC 1706 (Comm) In this case, the Court has found …

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The Court's judgment followed a hearing on 7 to 9 July 2025, at which Mums for Lungs and ClientEarth argued that unredacted copies of the legal documents detailing the operational …

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UNPAID SELLER'S ABILITY TO CLAIM THE PRICE FOR GOODS IT RETAINS TITLE TO BUT HAS DELIVERED - CE ENERGY DMCC V ULTIMATE OIL AND GAS DMCC AND MR BASHAR [2025] …

In the matter of Arrow Creek Investments 75 (Pty) Ltd v V&A Waterfront Holdings (Pty) Ltd and Xolile Aron Ngesi N.O. (The Sheriff of High Court, Cape Town East), the …

Note: This is the fifth update in our series covering AB 130 and SB 131, two bills that work substantive changes to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and California …

The ongoing Iran–Israel conflict and the volatile situation in the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz have intensified scrutiny of maritime risk zones. While the industry addresses insurance implications and …

Bills of lading very frequently incorporate the Hague or Hague-Visby Rules and charterparty terms. Conflicts between the terms of a bill of lading and the incorporated Rules can sometimes appear. …

When do shipbrokers have authority? Identity of shipbroker considered in breach of warranty dispute Urania Shipping Company Ltd -v- Nordtrade SIA & another (IDA) [2025] EWHC 1835 (Comm) This was …

Clock-stopping “suits” and deck cargo: Navigating the Hague-Visby Rules Batavia Eximp & Contracting (S) Pte Ltd -v- Pedregal Maritime S.A. (Taikoo Brillliance) [2025] EWHC 1878 (Comm) The case concerned two …

Section 192(2) of the Highway Traffic Act holds owners of a motor vehicle liable for loss caused by a driver unless the vehicle is taken without the owner’s consent. That …

Overview The Department for Transport has now published its consultation on automated passenger services (APS) pilots. This is the third consultation of an expected nineteen related to the regulations required …

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Rapid technological developments in the automotive sector have led to the increased presence of autonomous (driverless) vehicles in traffic in some countries around the world, thereby bringing related legal issues …

This seventh instalment focusses on the decision in Vardinoyannis v The Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation, The Evaggelos Th [1971] 2 Lloyd's Rep 200; the only case in which a warranty …

There are multiple strong market drivers for the electric vehicle (“EV”) industry. The EV sector is experiencing rapid growth, driven by technological advancements, regulatory support, government incentives, and shifting consumer …

Shipping and international trade have been at the forefront of global attention in the first half of 2025, particularly amidst the uncertainty arising from the announcement of tariffs to be …

Parliament has cleared the Bills of Lading Bill, 2025, during the ongoing monsoon session. Passed by the Lok Sabha earlier this year and the Rajya Sabha on July 21, it …

The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure's Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation convened a hearing, "Future of United States Maritime Part 1: Review of Fiscal …

On 6 July 2025, the Liberian-flagged, Greek-managed bulk carrier the 'Magic Seas' was attacked in a Houthi assault off the coast of Al‑Hudaydah. The vessel was hit by sustained small-arms …

Sø- og Handelsretten har afsagt dom i en sag om kontaminering af to partier kaffebønner under international vejtransport. Transportøren blev fundet ansvarlig for begge skader, men retten fandt kun at …

Introduction India is making a bold bet on its maritime future with a ₹2 lakh crore (approximately USD 24 billion) investment into its shipbuilding sector.[1] This ambitious plan involves developing …

This article was co-written by Laura Stigaite, trainee solicitor in the marine, trade and aviation team. On 18 July 2025, the European Union adopted its 18th package of sanctions against …

On 9 July 2025, the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia dismissed an appeal brought by a group of Mercedes dealers challenging the company’s change from a dealership …

Find out more about Lexology or get in touch by visiting our About page. A demora de mais de uma década decorreu de receios econômicas e estruturais. A competitividade do …

Find out more about Lexology or get in touch by visiting our About page. A Diretoria Colegiada da ANTAQ aprovou a abertura da fase de audiência pública para a futura …

A definição dos limites para creditamento de PIS e COFINS no regime não cumulativo segue sendo uma das questões mais relevantes para setores estratégicos da economia, como o de petróleo …

Em julho de 2025, Brasil e China firmaram um Memorando de Entendimentos voltado à realização de estudos técnicos, econômicos e ambientais para viabilizar um corredor ferroviário bioceânico, interligando o interior …

As a proud Aberdonian I couldnae wait for the tall ships ti mak their wye back tae oor bonny city- ah thon fowk fae far flung places visiting the place …

Trump’s Auto Safety Pick Signals Fast-Track for AV Deployment President Trump’s nominee to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Jonathan Morrison, told the Senate Commerce Committee he would …

“Amid geopolitical uncertainty, the logistics sector is demonstrating resilience and revolution across the board. From the latest AI and humanoid developments, to reinvigoration of the UK’s water networks, and with …