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Having become concerned at the increase in the number of claims that it had received as a result of the incorrect issuance of bills of lading, the Club issued two circulars in 1996; one relating to…

The Club has seen a steady increase in the number of claims made against ship and crew managers that have arisen purely from the negligence of the crew. Claims arising from crew negligence should be…

We would like to draw attention to some problems reported by Members. Bogus crews for phantom ships In 1988 the Club issued a circular notifying Member in the European Community of several…

Recovery of monies and legal expenses under Rule 6 The 50% of the clubs Members who avail themselves of the clubs debt collection service by purchasing the optional cover under Rule 6 (recovery of…

As a marine surveyor it may seem you are there to be shot at by just about everyone! Not only may those who have instructed you try and hold you liable if things go wrong but you may find that third…

The practice of issuing switch bills of lading is increasing. What are they, why are they issued, and what are the risks?A "Switch bill of Lading" is issued by, or on behalf of, the carrier…

Guidelines for port agents From time to time ship agents become involved in cases where a casualty has resulted in a General Average act. The agent may be called upon to collect security and a well…

A large number of ITIC's Members have first hand experience of the arbitration process. This may be as a witness in relation to a dispute involving their principals but frequently this method of…

Steven See Chee Beng Steven See started his career in 1966 with Wallem Shipping (Singapore), later training as a shipbroker. In 1974 he co-founded Singapore Shipbrokers, probably the first…

Many ITIC ship agent, shipbroker and ship manager Members become needlessly involved in matters which should only concern their principals because of carelessness in the way that they represent…