Lexology - Maritime

Key takeaways Assignment of rights Parties should be aware this has different legal consequences to a contractual novation. Equitable obligation to arbitrate A third-party assignee who seeks to enforce its …

Key takeaways Merchant Shipping (Watercraft) Order 2023 This allows the MCA to prosecute anyone using a powered watercraft in a dangerous manner. COLREGS Powered watercraft must now comply with the …

The new law introduces milestones with mandatory deadlines for companies, administrations and transport operators The entry into force of Law 9/2025 of 3 December on Sustainable Mobility triggers a very …

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2026 looks set to be a significant year in the road to autonomous driving in Great Britain and, against a backdrop of fragmented global regulation for the deployment of autonomous …

Wearing a seat belt can save lives. But the implementation of the latest seat belt regulations leaves bus passengers confused. From 25 January 2026, the Road Traffic (Safety Equipment) (Amendment) …

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Introduction When a maritime dispute arises, a claimant often chooses to arrest a ship to obtain security for its claims, such right being a strategic advantage accorded by statutory regimes …

Dans cet article, nous analysons la procédure d’enregistrement de droits sur du matériel roulant de compagnies de chemin de fer sous réglementation fédérale en vertu des articles 104 et 105 …

This article examines the registration of interests in the rolling stock of federally regulated railway companies under Sections 104 and 105 of the Canada Transportation Act (“CTA”)[1] and contrasts it …

Since the boom of the gig-economy in the wake of the 2007/08 financial crisis, there has been a very noticeable increase in the number of employment status cases being heard …

On 16 December 2025, the European Commission presented the Automotive Package (the “Package”), a set of interlinked legislative and policy initiatives aimed at supporting the European automotive sector’s transition to …

Impaired driving remains one of the most significant threats to road safety across Canada. As lawyers who have successfully sued impaired drivers, we know first-hand the horrific consequences impaired driving …

Sø- og Handelsretten har i november frifundet skibsmotorproducenten Everllence i den langvarige sag om motorhavariet på M/T Alpine Magnolia. Retten fandt, at havariet skyldtes forkert drift og ikke en designfejl. …

On 4 December 2025, the Department for Transport (DfT) published a call for evidence to shape the next stage of the UK’s automated vehicle regulatory framework, covering proposed secondary legislation, …

In our recent briefing we discussed the significance of the new EU Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (“STIP”)[1] for aviation in the context of scalability, development and deployment of sustainable aviation …

The Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (Regulator) has now published the National Network for Interoperability (NNI), confirming the metropolitan and interstate corridors that comprise Australia’s core interoperable rail …

The general principle in environmental law is that “Polluter Pays”. The shipping industry understands this to mean that the time charterer, who in fact pollutes–i.e., who issues the employment orders …

1. 行业动态 Industry Updates 1.1. 第六届全球海事劳工论坛在线上召开The 6th Global Maritime Labour Forum Held Virtually 第六届全球海事劳工论坛于2025年10月1日至3日通过线上视频会议形式举办。本届论坛 由国际劳工组织国际培训中心和国际劳工组织标准及部门政策部联合组织，汇聚了全球海事 界的政府、船东和海员代表。代表们围绕经修订的《2006 年海事劳工公约》实施过程中的关 键议题和主要挑战，分享国际海事劳工领域最新动态，交流实践经验。 The 6th Global Maritime Labour Forum was held in the form of …

AI-Enabled Experience for Riders and Diners AI (artificial intelligence) is influencing how ride-share, delivery, and transportation companies customize the consumer experience, operate vehicles and platforms, and compete in an AI-first …

After seizing the oil tanker the “Grinch” in international waters last week, the vessel is now anchored off Foss-sur-Mer in the south of France. The captain of the vessel, an …

The European anti-fraud agency OLAF has issued a press release on an investigation it has coordinated into the export of 766 transport vehicles to Russia despite the exporters claiming they …

Find out more about Lexology or get in touch by visiting our About page. A norma estabelece, contudo, hipóteses expressas de não aplicação, não se submetendo às suas disposições: (i) …

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O Ministério dos Transportes publicou, em 30 de dezembro de 2025, a portaria que aprova o plano de outorga da concessão da Estrada de Ferro EF-118, empreendimento conhecido como Anel …

The launch of the government’s 2026 road safety strategy, the first in over a decade, represents an ambitious blueprint to reduce road deaths and serious injuries by 65% by 2035 …

Find out more about Lexology or get in touch by visiting our About page. A partir de 1º de janeiro de 2026, entrou em vigor um conjunto significativo de novas …

Click here to download a PDF version of this edition of Commodities in Focus Weekly. In the case of Valency International Pte Ltd v JSW International Tradecorp Pte Ltd and …

Through 2025 fast-paced regulatory, technological and contractual change continued to drive maritime decarbonisation, with numerous fresh challenges emerging day-to-day. To assist banks and financiers in navigating the changing times, by …

Key takeaways What do the changes mean? Masters and/or owners are required to make reports promptly to ships, coastal States, and flag States with effect from 01/01/2026. Do the revisions …

Key takeaways Kiveli provides clarity but limited practical impact Nuanced legal distinctions are unlikely to materially influence decision making. Divergent case law highlights ongoing uncertainty Recent decisions illustrate that courts …

The UK Government has confirmed the expansion of the UK ETS to maritime transport from 1 July 2026. This adds a second layer of liability to the existing EU ETS …

Key takeaways Sanctions and the shadow fleet UK port authorities should have established sanctions procedure and should perform their due diligence. UK maritime services ban This will likely affect maritime …

Deanna Law and Nicole Chui represented the Director of Marine in the 46-day inquest into the deaths of 39 persons arising out of the collision between Lamma IV and Sea …

Key takeaways Volunteers may qualify as workers Entitlement to remuneration can confer worker status, despite volunteer label. Payment for lifestyle disruption counts as remuneration Compensation for time and inconvenience is …

This article was co-written by Ben Lim, senior associate in the marine, trade and aviation team. ‘Non-standard’ letters of indemnity The aim of this article is to provide some guidance …

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Click here to listen to the audio This episode discusses the assumptions and caveats to keep in mind when listening to this podcast series on ‘Scrutiny from regulators outside Japan: …

HEVs can reduce diesel dependence as EVs scale The upcoming Union Budget FY27 offers a pivotal opportunity to accelerate India’s clean mobility transition by positioning hybrid electric vehicles HEVs as …

As the UK accelerates EV innovation, Mercedes’ new IGNITED Project highlights why global engineering talent, visa pathways and modern workforce planning are now critical for automotive growth. Mercedes-AMG is bringing …

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By Order No. 1793 of the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development dated 17 December 2025, Ukraine has officially launched a concession tender (competitive dialogue) for the Universal and Grain …

The railway sector (freight and passengers) is a priority area for national development. For this reason, and as a result of the 2025 railway reforms, the Railway Transport Regulatory Agency …

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On January 16, 2026, the Surface Transportation Board (STB or Board) rejected the application filed by Union Pacific Corporation (UP) and Norfolk Southern Corporation (NS) seeking approval to create the …

Through 2025 fast-paced regulatory, technological and contractual change continued to drive maritime decarbonisation, with numerous fresh challenges emerging day-to-day. To assist owners and charterers in navigating the changing times, by …

Hi TCPAWorld! Lei here! A car dealership has driven straight into a TCPA pothole. FRL Automotive LLC—doing business as Toyota of North Miami—has agreed to hand over the keys to …

The application concerns shipping documentation processing operation that spawns intelligent generation subprocesses. The Board of Appeal (BoA) held that the claimed subject matter is not technical. Here are the practical …

Key takeaways Kiveli provides clarity but limited practical impact Nuanced legal distinctions are unlikely to materially influence decision making. Divergent case law highlights ongoing uncertainty Recent decisions illustrate that courts …