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SCC excludes federally regulated businesses from provincial licensing regime

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 18:44:18 Z

On May 30, the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) released a decision of great interest to businesses whose activities fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the federal Parliament, such as international marine ports or airports.

Marine Money Week New York 2025

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 15:29:00 Z

We are delighted to be participating in Marine Money Week New York 2025. As one of the landmark events for the global shipping finance community, and with the global shipping and maritime industry at such a pivotal juncture, we look forward to catching up with clients and contacts to continue discussions around navigating the current challenges and opportunities.

English High Court upholds JOLCO Termination Sum payments

Fri, 16 May 2025 09:35:00 Z

Following a judgment on liability handed down on 31 July 2024, in which FW Aviation (Holdings) 1 Limited (FWA) succeeded in its claim against VietJet Aviation Joint Stock Company (VietJet) (see our summary here), the English High Court has given its judgment providing significant guidance for stakeholders in Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) structures, affirming that termination payments under such arrangements are enforceable and not penalties.

USTR announces significant fees on Chinese and other vessels

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 18:46:00 Z

On April 17, the Office of the United States Trade Representative’s (USTR) released its Notice of Action and Proposed Action in Section 301 Investigation of China’s Targeting the Maritime, Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance, Request for Comments (the Notice).

Presenting with confidence

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 Z

Presenting confidently is vital for everyone. In professional environments and industries where individuals may be under-represented, such as maritime, they may face additional challenges or biases.

2025: A new year ahead for shipping – environmental and regulatory compliance

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 11:01:47 Z

It was said that the only constant in life is change. For shipping, this ‘constant’ is proving to be a challenge with 2024 being particularly so for operators of vessels calling at EU ports.

Norton Rose Fulbright recognized with two awards at 2024 LatinFinance Project and Infrastructure Finance Awards

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:03:00 Z

Norton Rose Fulbright has been honored with two awards at the 2024 LatinFinance Project and Infrastructure Finance Awards.

Legalseas

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:35:00 Z

Our shipping law insights provide legal and market commentary, addressing the key questions and topics of interest to our clients operating in the shipping industry, helping them to effectively manage risk.

When it comes to infrastructure building, is India the next land of opportunity?

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 15:13:00 Z

To promote such growth, India is leading efforts to dedicate attention and funds to developing infrastructure, which is evident by the efforts at the central and state levels.

2024 Chambers Global guide recognizes 31 US lawyers and 36 practice groups

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:40:00 Z

The 2024 Chambers Global Guide has ranked 30 Norton Rose Fulbright US lawyers and 35 practice categories in the US, Latin America and global-wide jurisdictions.

2023 Chambers USA guide recognizes 40 practice areas and 97 lawyers

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 13:05:50 Z

Norton Rose Fulbright earned leading law firm distinction in 40 practice areas in the 2023 rankings by Chambers USA. The respected legal guide also recognized 97 of its US lawyers in a host of practice areas.

The commercialisation of outer space

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 03:48:00 Z

In this next article in the space-themed series, the economic and legal analysis of outer space activities is continued – this time focusing on how private entities are now driving the commercialisation of outer space, and how this can serve as a pillar of future economic growth on a global scale.

Norton Rose Fulbright adds seasoned infrastructure lawyer

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 15:30:00 Z

Norton Rose Fulbright today announced the arrival of infrastructure lawyer Rhodri Evans as senior counsel.

Which time zone applies when a contract is silent?

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 10:05:00 Z

The Commercial Court considers the general rules for determining times/dates where an agreement is silent as to the applicable time zone.

SEC and CFTC considerations regarding carbon credits and ESG disclosures

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 13:56:04 Z

Many companies whose business strategies require offsets of carbon emissions, as well as internal carbon footprint reductions, are now reallocating funds and developing infrastructure to support trading carbon credit contracts in order to achieve on-paper net-zero emissions.

Norton Rose Fulbright's Inclusion virtual conference 2021

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 19:50:39 Z

Moving towards everyday inclusion. The practice of everyday inclusion can nurture workplace belonging and engagement, and help organizations accelerate their journey towards an inclusive culture.

International Restructuring Newswire

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:49:00 Z

Discussing restructuring topics in Canada, the UK, Germany, the Netherlands and the US.

Cross-border insolvency in Hong Kong: Common law limitations and how the Model Law could drive foreign investment and economic growth

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 15:44:18 Z

For countries that have adopted, and implemented in local legislation, the UNCITRAL Model Law on Cross-Border Insolvency, there is a streamlined process which enables a liquidator, or other insolvency administrator, of a company in a foreign jurisdiction to apply to the court in the Model Law jurisdiction.

Asia Projects and Project Finance

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:27:00 Z

Market updates from our project finance lawyers in Asia

eMobility

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 07:04:46 Z

We are committed to helping our clients evolve and thrive as the world changes.

Sustainability-linked bonds

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 13:09:56 Z

In September 2019, ENEL launched the world’s first sustainability-linked bond (“SLB”) (see ENEL Case study below).

Directors’ duties: A refresher on liability and personal asset risk

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 01:30:00 Z

Directors’ personal liability in Australia is stricter than just about anywhere else in the world.

US foreign policy and the political impact on supply chain disruption

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 20:53:00 Z

Join a panel discussion focusing on US-China relations in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis.

The ‘false comfort’ of extended temporary insolvency law measures and the need for deeper structural reform

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 05:05:00 Z

Many businesses and industry groups are currently advocating for the Treasurer to extend the temporary six month exemption from insolvent trading liability for directors – due to expire on 25 September 2020 – and to also adopt other interim relief measures such as a prohibition on liquidators recovering unfair preference payments to creditors.

COVID-19 Supply Council to advise Canadian government on
pandemic-related critical supply chains

Fri, 22 May 2020 17:40:16 Z

On May 3, 2020, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, announced the COVID-19 Supply Council, which brings together a diverse group of business leaders to advise the government on critical goods and services procurement for Canada’s COVID-19 response and recovery.

UAE Employment Decisions: Precautionary measures to limit the spread of COVID-19

Mon, 04 May 2020 12:19:50 Z

The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (the “Ministry”) has recently issued the following three Ministerial Decisions.

Managing environmental risk during the COVID-19 crisis: A Queensland perspective

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 03:44:47 Z

The emergence and spread of COVID-19 has had far reaching impacts on public health, the economy and our way of life. Social distancing, travel restrictions, border closures and other emergency requirements have affected businesses around the globe.

Los Angeles emergency public order imposes new COVID-19-related paid sick leave obligations on larger employers

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 00:36:05 Z

Employers with either 500 or more employees within the City of Los Angeles, or who employ at least one employee in Los Angeles and have 2,000 or more employees within the US, must now provide supplemental paid sick leave for reasons related to the coronavirus pandemic for those employees performing work in the city.

Climate Change Authority recommends 2020 Climate Policy Toolkit

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 03:00:00 Z

Last month, the Climate Change Authority (Authority) released its report ‘Prospering in a Low Emissions World: an updated climate policy toolkit for Australia’ (2020 Report, available here). Our earlier update on the consultation paper released by the Authority in relation to this review can be found here.

COVID-19 and the global approach to further court proceedings, hearings

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 12:11:00 Z

Inevitably and like every sphere of normal life, existing dispute resolution proceedings, whether in national courts or arbitration, are already experiencing the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak. Where possible, hearings have been delayed or relocated. However, as the lockdowns extend for the foreseeable future, hearings will still need to be held. Many national courts and arbitral institutions are now alive to these issues and are looking at solutions, in particular technological ones.

US tax relief measures of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 01:25:36 Z

The CARES Act contains a number of tax provisions intended to provide relief for individuals, families, and businesses facing the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19: Emerging strong on the other side of the pandemic

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 20:40:14 Z

We highlight some of the issues businesses will confront in the interim and when life returns to normal.

Conducting investigations remotely: Five key points to navigate the new normal

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 19:12:51 Z

Many investigations across the globe are currently being conducted remotely, with in-house investigators/lawyers, external counsel and other providers, and even government prosecutors, working from their homes.

Emerging disputes amid COVID-19: 8 tips for managing the earliest stages

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 14:47:21 Z

As businesses navigate the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus), it is likely that disputes will arise between counterparties regarding their respective rights and obligations and who bears which risks and losses.

COVID-19: Italy sets up a wage compensation fund to help employers overcome the crisis

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 12:28:00 Z

The Italian Government has adopted a number of measures aimed at protecting the health and welfare of the people and ensuring the survival of businesses in Italy.

Force majeure/hardship clauses and frustration in English law contracts amid COVID-19

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 09:56:48 Z

Many commercial contracts in a broad range of sectors and industries are chosen by the parties to be governed by English law. In the current COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, there has been much discussion of parties being released from performance as a result of “force majeure.”

Climate change commitments lead to invalidity of Heathrow Airport extension policy

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 04:55:43 Z

Personal data protection amid coronavirus: Key takeaways for businesses operating in China

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 14:09:58 Z

An overview of CAC-issued guidelines on protecting personal data collected and used for the prevention and control of epidemic disease, including COVID-19.

M&A outlook: Private M&A in the US, UK and Canada

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 14:34:56 Z

Our cross-border team will compare the law and practice of the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada in respect of private mergers and acquisitions.

Service of notice in arbitration

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 14:31:00 Z

In this video Marie Kelly discusses the steps claimants can take to ensure valid service of notices in arbitration.

Sustainable/green financing in the shipping and offshore sectors

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 11:51:00 Z

Although the Equator Principles have been applicable to certain asset finance transactions for some time now, the increased focus on sustainability measures within banks and financial institutions, the establishment of the Poseidon Principles, as well as the introduction of the LMA Green Loan Principles and the Sustainability Linked Loan Principles, are all leading to a change in focus.

Narcotics on ships

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 10:35:00 Z

Empirical evidence suggests the number of incidents and the quantity of drugs found on board ships are on the rise

Spring update: Insights and trends in Australian competition law

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 02:00:00 Z

Amongst high profile criminal cartel prosecutions and active participation in the reform agenda, the ACCC has also been focussing on businesses in concentrated and critical sectors.

IMO 2020: Are we ready?

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 10:42:00 Z

The maritime industry is bracing itself for the rapid approach of January 1, 2020 – the day on which the sulphur limit imposed under IMO 2020 comes into effect. But who is ready for IMO 2020; and who is not?

Asia project insights archive

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 10:41:02 Z

Our Asia projects and project finance team provide legal and market commentary, addressing the key questions and topics of interest to those in the projects and project finance market in Asia.

Shipping law insights archive

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 13:23:00 Z

Legal and market updates from our maritime lawyers around the world archive

Norton Rose Fulbright recognized in 2019 Legal 500 US guide

Fri, 31 May 2019 19:18:00 Z

Legal 500 named Norton Rose Fulbright as a leading law firm in 32 national practice areas, including four top-tier firm rankings in the US, and named nine US lawyers as leading national lawyers, eight as “next generation lawyers” or “rising stars” and recommended another 105 lawyers.

The Cape Bari decision: Shipowners’ right to limit liability under international and US law

Thu, 02 Mar 2017 01:00:00 Z

The right to limit liability has long been considered by shipowners to be a central tenet in their risk management considerations.

SOLAS: guidelines on the Verified Gross Mass of a container carrying cargo

Mon, 11 Jul 2016 01:00:00 Z

In order to ensure that the loading of cargo does not put a ship at unnecessary risk, the IMO has adopted obligatory amendments to the SOLAS Guidelines.

Outer space: The new frontier for restructuring and insolvency

Activities in outer space have increased significantly over the last few years. Governments across the globe have launched new space strategies and policies which identify investment in new space law projects, in both the public and private sector, as an important component of future economic growth.