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Applicability of the Crossing Rule and the Narrow Channel Rule in Vessel Collision Disputes?

In the recent case, the Admiralty Court of the United Kingdom considered the applicability of both the “Crossing Rule” and the “Narrow Channel Rule” of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972 and had decided that the Crossing Rule would not apply in situations where one vessel was navigating within a channel and another vessel was approaching the entrance to that channel planning with a view to embarking a pilot before entering it...

Shipping News Highlights

• Two-year postponement of Ballast Water Management Convention for existing vessels
• Two-year postponement of Ballast Water Management Convention for existing vessels
• BW Group placing order with Daehan Shipbuilding for up to eight LR2 tankers
• Indian consulate in Dubai lists companies complained by seafares for distress

Recent Cases Highlights

• Aline Tramp SA v Jordan International Insurance Company
• Mena Energy DMCC v Hascol Petroleum Ltd.
• Fulton Shipping Inc of Panama v Globalia Business Travel SAU (formerly Travelplan SAU) of Spain

Shipping Q & A

What Should I Be Aware of When Buying a Second Hand Vessel?

In consideration of the substantive cost involved, buying a vessel is often an important decision for the buyer. One would want to ensure that the vessel purchased is not defective or without any problem. This is particularly the concern for buying a second hand vessel, which may have taken numerous voyages and incurred damage; buyers would like to have their position protected under their contract with the vessel sellers...

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