In The Yochow [2024] , the helmsman made two steering errors in quick succession while under pilotage. The second error resulted in a...

Whether a shipowner has to establish a single limitation fund or more to meet all claims arising following an incident depends on whether...

When there is a cargo fire and that consequently damages the vessel also, then can the time charterer limit its liability towards the...

Can a vessel be deemed unseaworthy due to the violent nature of a crew member? In The Captain Billy Haver [2021], first mate was murdered...

Many may recall the collision between U.S.S. John S. Mccain and Alnic in Singapore Straits. Liability was apportioned 80-20 in favour of...

If a hurricane is about to hit the port, it is safer for vessels to unberth. If the decision is made to stay alongside then the managers...

Sluggish response to engine orders can get a ship into trouble, especially when there is a strong current. In the case of The American...

Ship owners and certain other parties are entitled to limit their liability for maritime claims basis the vessel’s tonnage. In which...

One of the hallmarks [and peculiarities] of maritime law is the right accorded to ship owners, charterers, operators etc. to limit their...

Rooted in antiquity is limitation of liability, a distinctive feature of maritime law that allows certain persons or entities to limit...

Certain states such as UK allow dock owners too to limit their liability, just as ship owners, charterers etc. Questions can arise on...

Cap on liability can vary considerably depending on where proceedings are commenced. In collision cases where the damage to one of the...