Insights

Chinese maritime law in 2024: a review

Dr Liang Zhao

This review provides an analysis of the significant decisions of Chinese courts in 2024. It provides insight into the judicial practice of maritime law over this period in Mainland China. The judgments relate to carriage of goods by sea, marine insurance, admiralty law and dispute resolution.

Published 6 September 25

Reflections on speed and performance claims (Part III): Establishing liability

Prokopios Krikris, FCIArb, consultant and arbitrator

Speed and performance claims continue to fuel maritime arbitration. This article examines recurring disputes over “about” margins, currents, deck logs and loss calculations, and why these cases remain a staple of the industry.

Published 22 July 25

Reflections on speed and performance claims (Part II): London and New York Arbitration

Prokopios Krikris, FCIArb, consultant and arbitrator

This article explores speed and performance claims through the lens of two major arbitral centres: London and New York. While differences exist in the publication of awards, procedural formality, and the background of arbitrators, both jurisdictions display consistency in approach and outcome.

Published 20 May 25

Settling claims under different insurance conditions: a comparative study

Adam Rolland, Average Adjuster, Independent Average Adjusters Ltd, Bjørn Slaatten, Average Adjuster, Norway and Petros Tasios, Senior Claims Executive, Seascope (Hellas) SA

This study identifies the most significant differences between the American Institute Hull Clauses (2 June 1977) and the Nordic Plan (Version 2023), and highlights the effect of such differences from the standpoint of claims handling and average adjusting.

Published 13 May 25