The Thorco Lineage

Limitation under the Hague-Visby Rules where there is physical damage and…


Eyes Astern – Increased MTA Fines on the Horizon?

We are maintaining a watch on Ministry of Transport proposals to increase the…


HSWA: District Court convicts but discharges with no fine imposed

In MNZ v Tauranga Fishing Charters Ltd the District Court ordered the defendant…


Will Shipping get in line with Global Climate Goals?

“Get in line or get out of our way.” That was the message laid down by New…


DMS Maritime Pty Ltd v Navigators Corporate Underwriters Ltd [2020] QSC 382

Queensland Supreme Court considers whether an excess policy is a marine policy…


Take it to the Limit

An Unbreakable Right?A shipowner’s right to limit liability is a well-known…


You shoal not pass!

Uncharted Shoals, Passage Planning and Unseaworthiness in Alize v Allianz (The…


Burden of Proof in Cargo Claims under the Hague and Hague-Visby Rules

Volcafe v CSAV [2018] UKSC 61 – Burden of Proof in Cargo Claims under the…