IGY Marinas’ dispute with former executive points to UK legal action as documents surface
A cross-border legal dispute involving IGY Marinas and a former senior executive is progressing toward potential litigation in England,...
Marine law
Stay informed on developments in marine and boating legal matters. Coverage includes personnel changes at leading law firms handling maritime and marine issues, details of arrests, ongoing court cases and wider industry updates. The scope ranges from leisure craft and superyachts to broader maritime legal incidents.
Imray charts cleared for coded vessels after joint venture shake-up
Imray charts produced by FB Imray Laurie Norie & Wilson – shortened to FB Imray herewith – have been...
Why medical compliance at sea can’t be ignored – and how to make sure it’s on track
Medical compliance is rarely front of mind until something goes wrong. Yet for vessel operators, failing to meet maritime...
Six years for captain after fatal collision
A fatal North Sea collision that claimed the life of a seafarer has ended with a prison sentence for...
Speedboat driver who hit teen kayaker sentenced under new safety law
The first prosecution under the Merchant Shipping (Watercraft) Order 2023 has taken place. A man – Adam Russell –...
Eastern Med takes lead as clearer charter rules shift superyacht traffic – but for how long?
The eastern Mediterranean is quietly taking command of the region’s superyacht economy. Greece and Turkey have recognised that the...
New superyacht law firm launches in London and Hong Kong
Teji | Cowie Superyacht Lawyers has launched, with offices in London and Hong Kong. The new specialist law firm...
Video: Men jailed after £18.4m Cornwall cocaine chase
Two more members of a crime group that was involved in a 28-mile at-sea chase off the coast of...
Boat listings giant accused of monopolising market in US lawsuit
Boats Group, the Miami-based owner of Boat Trader, YachtWorld and boats.com, is facing a federal class action lawsuit accusing...
Marine group wins against Lloyd’s of London Syndicate
California-based Wing Group (which manufactures life jackets, boats, and other safety equipment) says it has secured what it’s deeming...
Octogenarian couple accused of selling shipwreck’s stolen gold
A retired couple from Florida is facing the prospect of being tried in France – for selling gold stolen...
