Author: Shahram Mokhtari

Nairobi International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks (WRC)

March 19, 2015

As you will be aware the Nairobi International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks (WRC) will enter into force on 15th April 2015. Owners operating…

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Update: Temporary Easing of Iranian Sanctions

February 19, 2015

Download article in PDF format We last reported on the matter of temporary easing of sanctions in our newsletter of 17 January 2014. On 24…

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2015/16 P&I Renewals and International Group General Increases

January 14, 2015

Renewal Circular International Group General Increase Summary for 2015/16 Policy Year We are now fast approaching the 20th February 2015 renewal date for P&I and…

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The Astipalaia – Loss of Profit Calculation

September 5, 2014

 Download article in PDF format In the recent case of Astipalaia v Owners and/or Demise Charterers of the Hanjin Shenzhen [2014] EWHC 210 (Admlty), the…

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Temporary Easing of Iranian Sanctions

January 22, 2014

Download article in PDF On 24 November 2013 an interim agreement was reached between Iran and the five permanent members of the United Nations Security…

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The Astra – Loss of Earnings

September 25, 2013

Download article in PDF format The English High Court has in the recent case of Kuwait Rocks Co v AMN Bulkcarriers Inc (The Astra) [2013]…

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The Bulk Chile – Lien on Sub Freight

November 25, 2012

Download article in PDF format A ‘multi lien’ clause such as clause 18 of the NYPE form allows Owners faced with an insolvent Charterer to…

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The Aquafaith – Early Redelivery

September 1, 2012

Download article in PDF format Where Charterers have repudiated the charterparty by redelivering the chartered vessel early, Owners will have the option to either accept…

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Charterparty Termination – Timing Is Of The Essence

July 1, 2012

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Charterparty Disputes – Speed and Performance

April 1, 2012

Download article in PDF format Owners are frequently faced with claims of underperformance and over consumption. The recent English court case below discusses the problems…

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