Maritime Law

Understanding the key concepts of charterparties is essential for shipowners, charterers, brokers, and anyone working in maritime logistics. Read the article to know more.

Behind every cargo movement lies a network of specialised actors. Read this article to know more about the key parties involved in the shipping process.

Understanding how money moves and how cargo moves are two pillars of global trade, and in shipping, Letters of Credit and Bills of Lading sit right at that intersection. Read the article to know more.

Fire safety on board ships has always relied on specialised extinguishing media—particularly foams capable of suppressing difficult fires involving fuel, machinery spaces, and cargo. For many years,…

This article explains the difference between consignor and consignee, as a clear understanding of these roles is not only essential for shipping professionals but also forms the groundwork of maritime law.

Read the article to understand the difference between salvage, towage and pilotage; three important pillars of maritime operations.

How much should a seafarer work on a ship? How much rest is compulsory for every seafarer ? Clear all your doubts about working hours and rest hours on ships. Read the article to know more.

Dedicated to safe ships and clean seas, IACS makes a unique contribution to maritime safety and regulation through technical support, compliance verification and research and development.

A Maritime Lawyer specialises in maritime injuries and boating or shipping accidents. Know more in this article.