Time charterparties invariably contain an off-hire clause providing for exceptions from the obligation for charterers to pay hire from the
Category: Merchant Shipping
Safe ports and berths
Generally a port can be rendered unsafe due to: Sandbanks and shallows Obstructions such as wrecks An inadequate system at
Notice Of Readiness
A Notice of Readiness (“NOR”) is a notification by the vessel that she is ready to start the charter service
Charter Party
What is a liner trade and how is it different from a tramp trade Liner trade is a trade where
Trade and Finance
To examine Bills of Lading under International Conventions, first we should know mechanics of imports & exports, and how they
York Antwerp Rules
York Antwerp Rules Definition The York Antwerp Rules are a set of model internal maritime rules concerning the rights and
Flag Of Convenience
Flags of convenience came into existence in the late sixties. In the earlier stage, they were not welcome. Now they
Cargo Documentation
No job is complete before the paper work is done and this hold true for us seafarers also. There are
Salvage and Towage
Under Article 98 OF UNCLOS, Master has a legal duty to proceed with all possible speed to render assistance to
General Average
General Average (GA) “Extraordinary sacrifice made voluntarily and prudently, to save a common maritime adventure from imminent peril,” is GA