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The Carbon Compliance Paradox: Can Owners Lawfully Slow Down? As IMO CII, EU ETS, and FuelEU Maritime drive the industry toward lower emissions, shipowners face a legal dilemma: regulatory pressure …

Bareboat charterparties are often used for the long-term chartering of support vessels, construction assets, and specialist tonnage. The case of the SONGA PRIDE recently highlighted the importance of clear and …

The UK Chamber of Shipping (“UKCOS”) has informed its members that it has received reports that the UK Border Force is stepping up checks on work being carried out in …

Overview During the summer of 2025, the High Court delivered a noteworthy judgment on cargo liability under the Montreal Convention 1999 in the case of Wealmoor Ltd v KLM CIA …

Budget 2026 significantly reshapes India’s auto and EV sector by reducing battery costs, boosting semiconductor capabilities, and advancing cleaner logistics. These measures, aligned with climate goals, promote domestic value addition, …

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) issued several personnel updates last week, including the appointment of a new Chairman and the expansion of its Office of Administrative Law Judges (OALJ) with …

In December 2023, the Accountancy Profession (General Accounting Principles in respect of certain Eligible Entities related to the business of Insurance) Regulations (the “Regulations”) were introduced with the aim of …

As global trade recalibrates amid fragile geopolitics and evolving regulatory landscapes, Hong Kong continues to consolidate its status as a leading centre for maritime dispute resolution. Over the past 12 …

Introduction Comprehensive regulations must be in place before fully automated, driverless vehicles (AVs) can occupy Canadian roadways. A regulatory framework is beginning to emerge in Canada, with initial federal and …

Directs the Departments of Interior and Transportation to establish and support the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, an INDYCAR street race in Washington, DC, in celebration of America's 250th anniversary. The …

The UK passed the Automated Vehicles Act in 2024, establishing an entirely new legal basis for the regulation of self-driving vehicles in the UK. The UK Government sees the self-driving …

Key takeaways Assignment of rights Parties should be aware this has different legal consequences to a contractual novation. Equitable obligation to arbitrate A third-party assignee who seeks to enforce its …

Key takeaways Merchant Shipping (Watercraft) Order 2023 This allows the MCA to prosecute anyone using a powered watercraft in a dangerous manner. COLREGS Powered watercraft must now comply with the …

The new law introduces milestones with mandatory deadlines for companies, administrations and transport operators The entry into force of Law 9/2025 of 3 December on Sustainable Mobility triggers a very …

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2026 looks set to be a significant year in the road to autonomous driving in Great Britain and, against a backdrop of fragmented global regulation for the deployment of autonomous …

Wearing a seat belt can save lives. But the implementation of the latest seat belt regulations leaves bus passengers confused. From 25 January 2026, the Road Traffic (Safety Equipment) (Amendment) …

Register now for your free, tailored, daily legal newsfeed service. Find out more about Lexology or get in touch by visiting our About page. Register 巴士安全帶的奇特問題 Gordon Chan Barrister-at-Law Hong …

Introduction When a maritime dispute arises, a claimant often chooses to arrest a ship to obtain security for its claims, such right being a strategic advantage accorded by statutory regimes …

Dans cet article, nous analysons la procédure d’enregistrement de droits sur du matériel roulant de compagnies de chemin de fer sous réglementation fédérale en vertu des articles 104 et 105 …

This article examines the registration of interests in the rolling stock of federally regulated railway companies under Sections 104 and 105 of the Canada Transportation Act (“CTA”)[1] and contrasts it …

Since the boom of the gig-economy in the wake of the 2007/08 financial crisis, there has been a very noticeable increase in the number of employment status cases being heard …

On 16 December 2025, the European Commission presented the Automotive Package (the “Package”), a set of interlinked legislative and policy initiatives aimed at supporting the European automotive sector’s transition to …

Impaired driving remains one of the most significant threats to road safety across Canada. As lawyers who have successfully sued impaired drivers, we know first-hand the horrific consequences impaired driving …

Sø- og Handelsretten har i november frifundet skibsmotorproducenten Everllence i den langvarige sag om motorhavariet på M/T Alpine Magnolia. Retten fandt, at havariet skyldtes forkert drift og ikke en designfejl. …

On 4 December 2025, the Department for Transport (DfT) published a call for evidence to shape the next stage of the UK’s automated vehicle regulatory framework, covering proposed secondary legislation, …

In our recent briefing we discussed the significance of the new EU Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (“STIP”)[1] for aviation in the context of scalability, development and deployment of sustainable aviation …

The Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (Regulator) has now published the National Network for Interoperability (NNI), confirming the metropolitan and interstate corridors that comprise Australia’s core interoperable rail …

The general principle in environmental law is that “Polluter Pays”. The shipping industry understands this to mean that the time charterer, who in fact pollutes–i.e., who issues the employment orders …

1. 行业动态 Industry Updates 1.1. 第六届全球海事劳工论坛在线上召开The 6th Global Maritime Labour Forum Held Virtually 第六届全球海事劳工论坛于2025年10月1日至3日通过线上视频会议形式举办。本届论坛 由国际劳工组织国际培训中心和国际劳工组织标准及部门政策部联合组织，汇聚了全球海事 界的政府、船东和海员代表。代表们围绕经修订的《2006 年海事劳工公约》实施过程中的关 键议题和主要挑战，分享国际海事劳工领域最新动态，交流实践经验。 The 6th Global Maritime Labour Forum was held in the form of …

AI-Enabled Experience for Riders and Diners AI (artificial intelligence) is influencing how ride-share, delivery, and transportation companies customize the consumer experience, operate vehicles and platforms, and compete in an AI-first …

After seizing the oil tanker the “Grinch” in international waters last week, the vessel is now anchored off Foss-sur-Mer in the south of France. The captain of the vessel, an …

The European anti-fraud agency OLAF has issued a press release on an investigation it has coordinated into the export of 766 transport vehicles to Russia despite the exporters claiming they …

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O Ministério dos Transportes publicou, em 30 de dezembro de 2025, a portaria que aprova o plano de outorga da concessão da Estrada de Ferro EF-118, empreendimento conhecido como Anel …

The launch of the government’s 2026 road safety strategy, the first in over a decade, represents an ambitious blueprint to reduce road deaths and serious injuries by 65% by 2035 …

Find out more about Lexology or get in touch by visiting our About page. A partir de 1º de janeiro de 2026, entrou em vigor um conjunto significativo de novas …

Click here to download a PDF version of this edition of Commodities in Focus Weekly. In the case of Valency International Pte Ltd v JSW International Tradecorp Pte Ltd and …

Through 2025 fast-paced regulatory, technological and contractual change continued to drive maritime decarbonisation, with numerous fresh challenges emerging day-to-day. To assist banks and financiers in navigating the changing times, by …

Key takeaways What do the changes mean? Masters and/or owners are required to make reports promptly to ships, coastal States, and flag States with effect from 01/01/2026. Do the revisions …

Key takeaways Kiveli provides clarity but limited practical impact Nuanced legal distinctions are unlikely to materially influence decision making. Divergent case law highlights ongoing uncertainty Recent decisions illustrate that courts …

The UK Government has confirmed the expansion of the UK ETS to maritime transport from 1 July 2026. This adds a second layer of liability to the existing EU ETS …

Key takeaways Sanctions and the shadow fleet UK port authorities should have established sanctions procedure and should perform their due diligence. UK maritime services ban This will likely affect maritime …

Deanna Law and Nicole Chui represented the Director of Marine in the 46-day inquest into the deaths of 39 persons arising out of the collision between Lamma IV and Sea …

Key takeaways Volunteers may qualify as workers Entitlement to remuneration can confer worker status, despite volunteer label. Payment for lifestyle disruption counts as remuneration Compensation for time and inconvenience is …

This article was co-written by Ben Lim, senior associate in the marine, trade and aviation team. ‘Non-standard’ letters of indemnity The aim of this article is to provide some guidance …

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