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Persian Gulf: War risks revisited

As a result of increasing tension in the Persian Gulf area following recent attacks on two tankers, War Risk underwriters are charging additional premiums (AP) for calls to the Arabian Gulf/Gulf of Oman. Some underwriters are charging a flat rate for all tonnage operating in the area, while others a... Please follow the link to continue reading.

Explanatory Notes

The clause comprehensively sets out a complete code to address force majeure with a detailed and up to date definition of force majeure events. The rationale is that when a force majeure event occurs, the parties will find themselves in a crisis situation and will benefit from a contractual regime a... Please follow the link to continue reading.

ETS – Emission Scheme Freight Clause for COAs 2024

This clause is one from a suite of three clauses developed by the subcommittee for Contracts of Affreightment (COAs). The objective was to provide industry stakeholders with the flexibility to choose a procedure suitable for their specific trade and business. You should consider whether this ETS – E... Please follow the link to continue reading.

Sophie Pollard

Sophie is Legal Director at Hill Dickinson in Newcastle, UK. She advises on a wide range of contentious shipping matters, disputes arising out of charterparties, bills of lading, ship building contracts, and contracts of affreightment. She also has experience advising on general average and salvage ... Please follow the link to continue reading.

Cristan Evans

Cristan Evans is a partner at Stephenson Harwood LLP and specialises in the resolution of shipping and trade disputes. He provides practical, commercial advice with the aim of resolving the most complex disputes in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Cristan acts for shipowners, charterers, carg... Please follow the link to continue reading.