Foreword In this age of international commerce, arbitration stands to be the ubiquitous way to resolve disputes, not just among commercial parties, but also between commercial parties and governments. In following the change towards globalization of world trade and investment, arbitration practices between different institutions in different countries have developed to become more harmonized. Thus,… Continue reading ARBITRATION UNDER LMAA RULES
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SHIP COLLISION: PILOTAGE LIABILITY IN COASTAL SEAPORTS
Foreword Pilotage liability in ship collisions refers to the legal responsibility of pilots who guide ships through navigable waters, particularly in confined or challenging areas such as ports, narrow channels, or congested waterways. In coastal seaports, where the likelihood of collisions and accidents is increased, understanding pilotage liability is important. The first issue is to… Continue reading SHIP COLLISION: PILOTAGE LIABILITY IN COASTAL SEAPORTS
SHIP COLLISIONS: NAVIGATING LEGAL COMPLEXITIES AND GLOBAL CHALLENGES
Foreword Ship collisions are often devastating, causing extensive vessel damage, potential loss of life, environmental harm, and long-term legal consequences. Resolving such incidents involves complex negotiations, as parties aim to settle disputes and determine liability without resorting to costly litigation. Maritime law, intersecting with international trade and regulations, poses unique challenges, especially when jurisdictional uncertainties… Continue reading SHIP COLLISIONS: NAVIGATING LEGAL COMPLEXITIES AND GLOBAL CHALLENGES
PURCHASE ORDER: BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING A CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIP
Foreword A purchase order (PO) is known as an official document outlining expectations between the supplier and the buyer in the purchasing process. A purchase order communicates exactly what you’re buying, how you want it produced, and how you want it shipped and handled. Effective purchase orders are absolutely needed when manufacturing abroad. A purchase… Continue reading PURCHASE ORDER: BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING A CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIP
SHIP ARREST IN SOUTH KOREA: CLAIM FOR HIRE UNPAID BY CHARTERERS
Foreword It is, unfortunately, not uncommon for charterers to fail to pay hire as agreed upon in the charter party agreement. When faced with such situations, Shipowners often resort to legal action to recover the unpaid hire from the Charterers. Legal action may involve various steps and considerations, one of which is the application for… Continue reading SHIP ARREST IN SOUTH KOREA: CLAIM FOR HIRE UNPAID BY CHARTERERS
SHIP COLLISION: RISK OF OIL POLLUTION
Foreword Oil pollution resulting from ship collisions is a pressing environmental concern that can have devastating effects on marine ecosystems and local economies. Collisions, particularly involving oil tankers, pose significant risks as they can cause the hull to rupture, leading to the catastrophic release of thousands, or even millions, of gallons of crude oil or… Continue reading SHIP COLLISION: RISK OF OIL POLLUTION
Establishing a Commercial Presence in Vietnam: What Foreign Marine Shipping Lines Need To Know
Vietnam presents a lucrative market for foreign shipping lines, offering opportunities to exploit freight routes to numerous countries and continents worldwide. The potential for foreign shipping lines to serve exporters and importers in Vietnam is substantial. We frequently receive inquiries from shipping lines about establishing a commercial presence in Vietnam, whether they are planning to… Continue reading Establishing a Commercial Presence in Vietnam: What Foreign Marine Shipping Lines Need To Know
Labour restructuring and laying off in Vietnam – Legal risks and what to acknowledge
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, particularly in an environment as dynamic as Vietnam, the necessity of labor reorganization cannot be overstated. As we navigate through periods of economic instability, such restructuring becomes not just advisable but imperative for the survival and growth of our companies, including those in the shipping lines and beyond. Labour… Continue reading Labour restructuring and laying off in Vietnam – Legal risks and what to acknowledge
Navigating the legal procedures for Debt Recovery from Industrial Park Land Use
Foreword Leasing land use rights and factories within industrial parks are common activities when entrepreneurs embark on business ventures or expand their operations. The rental fees for land use rights and factories often entail substantial value, along with additional costs such as real estate brokerage fees. During the execution of these leasing agreements, some parties… Continue reading Navigating the legal procedures for Debt Recovery from Industrial Park Land Use
DELIVERY OF CARGO WITHOUT SURRENDER OF BILL OF LADING – A POTENTIAL RISK
Facts of the case The shipping line, based on the House Bill of Lading issued by its agent in Vietnam, has delivered the goods to the buyer while not receiving the surrendered Bill from the buyer. Therefore, the seller has brought up a claim against the shipping line’s agent, which was actually at the shipping… Continue reading DELIVERY OF CARGO WITHOUT SURRENDER OF BILL OF LADING – A POTENTIAL RISK