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How to avoid bunker disputes
April 7, 2026

How to avoid bunker disputes

The cost of bunkering a vessel in Asia has doubled in the last month due to the ongoing crisis in the Persian Gulf. VLSFO prices are now over US$1,000 a tonne and things could get worse before they get better. This cost will of course be passed on to those who... Read more >
Persian Gulf crisis triggers wave of Force Majeure claims
March 24, 2026

Persian Gulf crisis triggers wave of Force Majeure claims

The ongoing conflict in the Persian Gulf appears to have triggered the same sort of issues that we dealt with extensively in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in March 2022. One of those issues is Force Majeure. Many clients are now approaching us to ask (1)... Read more >
Persian Gulf – Recurring legal issues
March 21, 2026

Persian Gulf – Recurring legal issues

We’re three weeks into the Persian Gulf crisis and we thought we’d share some of the most common questions to the BDM team so far. Note that these are general questions and much will depend on specific facts and the terms of the relevant charter. Q. Is the vessel off... Read more >
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