US Sanctions 101
In the first of a seven-part series on the application of US sanctions to the shipping community, this article provides a general overview of said sanctions.
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US Withdrawal From Hong Kong Shipping Tax Treaty: Effects and Considerations
The US has unilaterally pulled out of its shipping tax treaty with Hong Kong, which will affect Hong Kong and US taxpayers engaged in shipping.
Ship scrapping: Who owes a duty of care?
In this article we discuss the recent case of Begum (on behalf of Mollah) v Maran (UK) Limited and the potential implications for the entire industry regarding ongoing liability in relation to ship recycling.
US Maritime Sanctions Advisory: Navigating Choppy Waters
In May 2020, OFAC, the US State Department and US Coast Guard issued a joint Sanctions Advisory for the Maritime Industry.
Going nuclear: showing a real risk of dissipation when seeking a freezing order
In this article we consider the English Court of Appeal’s decision in Lakatamia Shipping Company Limited v Morimoto on applications for freezing orders and demonstrating a risk of dissipation.
Cancellation, notices and the prevention principle in shipbuilding contracts
In a judgment handed down today, WFW acted for the successful party on an appeal to the English Commercial Court on key questions concerning SAJ Form shipbuilding contracts (SBCs). This article explores the judgment.
Update and Insights: UAE Financial Leasing Law
A summary of recent developments, and insights, in relation to the implementation of the UAE Federal Law No. (8) of 2018 on Finance Leases.
Ship Finance and COVID-19
This briefing will discuss the potential effect of the COVID-19 crisis on borrowers and lenders and their English law loan facilities.
Check your (legal advice) privilege
The English Court of Appeal has recently revisited the thorny issue of Legal Advice Privilege, providing some much-needed clarification on when it will apply, particularly in the context of communications sent to multiple addressees.
Vessel underperformance disputes – how are currents and swell treated?
The significance of current and swell on performance warranties has been the subject of a number of recent LMAA arbitral awards that has brought to light certain uncertainties in this area.
