As a lifelong enthusiast of the sea, a yacht owner, and an avid fisher, my connection with the ocean is profound. However, with this connection comes a keen awareness of the rapidly changing marine environment due to climate change. In this context, the role of maritime law becomes not just relevant but essential in addressing […]

Hello there, I’m Laura, a mom of three who loves nothing more than spending quality time on the water with my husband and two sons. Today, I’m excited to talk about one of our all-time favorite pastimes – open water fishing.

Hi there, I’m Laura, a mom of three and a true water enthusiast who loves nothing more than heading out on the waves with my husband and two sons for some thrilling motorboat fishing. Today, I want to discuss a topic that’s incredibly important, yet often overlooked – oil spills caused by motorboats.

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a critical legal procedure with the goal of identifying, predicting, evaluating, and mitigating potential environmental impacts of proposed projects before they gain approval or are put into action. EIA is particularly essential in ensuring that offshore activities, including oil and gas exploration, offshore wind farms, and renewable energy systems, are […]

From a legal perspective, the disposal of yachts and other vessels is a complex issue that involves various stages, from the prevention and reduction of waste generation to the actual handling of wastes. This life-cycle approach to waste management includes collection, transport, monitoring, and treatment (re-use, recycling, energy recovery, and final disposal, e.g., landfill) of […]

Marine pollution is a major environmental problem that can have a significant impact on marine ecosystems, human health, and the economy. There are a number of emerging issues in maritime pollution law that are being grappled with by policymakers and legal experts.

Oil spills can have a devastating impact on the environment and the economy. In order to help mitigate the damage caused by oil spills, there are a number of laws and regulations in place that establish liability and compensation schemes.

Did you know that over 80% of global trade relies on maritime transport? While ships are the lifeblood of our interconnected world, they also pose a significant threat to our ocean’s health. From catastrophic oil spills that grab headlines to the less visible but equally damaging daily discharges, maritime pollution is a critical issue demanding […]

Maritime pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or energy into the marine environment. It can have a devastating impact on marine life, coastal ecosystems, and human health. Environmental law is a body of law that seeks to protect the environment from pollution and other harmful activities. It includes a variety of laws, regulations, and […]