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 >

Anti Suit Injunctions revisited

The recent decision in MSC Tasmania (1) is a reminder of our 8-point checklist for those considering whether to seek an Anti-Suit injunction. This decision involved a tit for tat between English and Nigerian law. I have some unpleasant memories of Nigeria having been... Read more >

March 6, 2024

Anti Suit Injunctions – What are they and when can you get one?

Recently, we have been advising clients on a possible anti-suit injunction (ASI) against proceedings commenced in breach of an exclusive jurisdiction clause. On the back of that, we felt it might be useful to release this blog to shed more light on these injunctions,... Read more >

January 13, 2022

Pushing the boat out? To what extent is it possible to recover damages after a collision?

Some of you may remember the collision between the giant MSC Opera and a small river cruiser, the River Countess, in Venice back in June 2019. For those who missed it, a clip can be found here. It was agreed by all concerned that the River Countess’ claims would be... Read more >