Those who read our blog may recall our take on the decision of Sir Jeremy Cooke in the The Aqasia. Alternatively, please click here to go to that blog posting. Latest news is that the Court of Appeal has upheld the earlier decision on the meaning of the word “unit” in Article IV rule 5 of the Hague Rules. We now know that this can only be a reference to a physical item of cargo and not a unit of measurement. One assumes that the matter is now resolved. However, we shall revert if the unsuccessful Owners seek to take it further! Full case citation is at [2018] EWCA Civ 276 and you can access it here: http://www.bailii.org/ew/cases/EWCA/Civ/2018/276.html
BDM supports launch of third edition of Shipping and the Environment
We were delighted to support Colin, Charles and Jonathan at the launch of the third edition of this weighty tome. Environmental regulation is one of the main challenges faced by shipping and all those engaged in the shipping industry. This book is not just about oil spills. [...]
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