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Hong Kong expected to introduce mandatory low-sulphur fuel regulations
Many vessels currently calling to Hong Kong voluntarily burn low-sulphur fuel, in return for financial incentives under a scheme introduced by the Government in 2012.
Read moreAn uncharacteristic appeal: Ocean Victory decision reversed
Charterers (and their insurers) concerned by the first instance decision in The "Ocean Victory" may rest a little easier following the successful appeal which saw Daiichi Chuo overturn a judgment of over US$130 million against them.
Read moreCocaine Haul Leads to Limitations on War Risk Exclusion
It is a sad fact that drug traffickers like to use ocean-going vessels to help them move their product.
Read moreSingapore High Court allows extension of time in collision case despite multiple opportunities to arrest.
Following a collision between ORINOCO STAR and MELODY in Nigerian waters on 20 June 2011 and subsequent unsuccessful settlement negotiations between the parties, owners of the vessel MELODY issued a writ and proceeded to arrest ORINOCO STAR on 6 December 2013.
Read moreOW Bunker update – Hong Kong company applies for winding-up
Hong Kong Court records available publicly today show that a Petition was presented last Friday to wind up O.W. Bunker China Ltd (a Hong Kong company).
Read moreBunker disputes – Bankruptcy of OW Bunker A/S and associated companies
We are receiving numerous enquiries regarding the fallout from the bankruptcy of OW Bunker A/S and certain associated companies.
Read moreContainer weight fraud
Container weights is a hot topic at the moment, with the IMO set to introduce new requirements for the verification of container gross mass.
Read moreCourt rejects "capital" punishment
Appeal considers relevance of ship sale following early redelivery
Read moreNew Safety and Health Guidelines to Protect Seafarers
The International Labour Organisation has agreed guidelines to assist governments in implementing occupational safety and health provisions previously set down in the Maritime Labour Convention 2006.
Read moreHong Kong's top court confirms loss of cover
The importance of complying with insurance warranties
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