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A Primer on U.S. Non-Continuous Domestic Trade

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The U.S. inland waterway system is a critical and underutilized component of the domestic supply chain that serves intrastate commerce and non-contiguous markets originating in or destined for Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S....more

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Norway Bulletin 2025

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We are pleased to present the Conyers Norway Bulletin for 2025. This edition highlights key developments impacting Bermuda-incorporated companies in the Norwegian market over the past year. The Euronext Oslo Børs...more

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Evasive maneuvers: How US courts sidestep the Hague Service Convention and effects on foreign defendants

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Despite recent fluctuations in trade policy in the US, companies engaged in international shipping find US courts are increasingly familiar territory. But when a foreign shipping company is sued in the US, how that company is...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

SCC Finds Quebec Law Inapplicable to Federal Undertakings Under Interjurisdictional Immunity Doctrine

In Opsis Airport Services Inc. v. Quebec (Attorney General) (Opsis), the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) affirmed that the doctrine of interjurisdictional immunity (IJI) remains an essential feature of Canada’s federal...more

White & Case LLP

EU adopts 17th sanctions package against Russia; makes new designations relating to other regimes

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On 20 May 2025, the EU adopted its 17th package of sanctions against Russia since its invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The package expands the products included in the export ban on advanced technology items, subjects more...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP

Enforcement of China’s Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law Strengthens Through Private Cause of Action and New Implementing Rules

In November 2024, in the first successful private cause of action under the Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law (AFSL), a Chinese court adjudicated a civil claim by a Chinese company against its overseas customer for failure to pay...more

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FMC to Examine Vessel Flagging Laws and Practices

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The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) recently announced it was launching a non-adjudicatory investigation into whether foreign vessel flagging laws and practices create unfavorable shipping conditions for the U.S. trade. The...more

Mayer Brown

ANTAQ Publishes New Guidelines on Transfer of Corporate Control in Port Contracts

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The Brazilian National Agency for Waterway Transportation (ANTAQ) published Resolution No. 128/2025 (RN 128/2025), revising the procedures for the transfer of corporate control under port authority concession contracts, lease...more

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2025 Global Shipping Digest

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If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number...more

Foley Hoag LLP - Energy & Climate Counsel

A Challenge to the Constitution for the Ocean? Understanding Trump’s Deep Sea Mining Executive Order

On April 24, 2025, President Trump signed a far-reaching executive order aimed at accelerating the development of deep-sea mining for critical minerals beneath both United States and international waters. Framed as a matter...more

Blank Rome LLP

The FMC Announces Investigation into Flags of Convenience and Unfavorable Conditions Created by Flagging Practices

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The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (“FMC”) announced on May 21, 2025 that it is initiating a non-adjudicatory investigation into whether the: 1) vessel flagging laws, regulations, and/or practices of certain foreign...more

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Searcy Denney Investigates Bass Tracker Seatback Failures Resulting in Serious Injuries

Searcy Denney recently became aware of safety concerns with the seats used in Bass Pro’s bass boats. According to the Coast Guard’s safety alert, the casting seats break at the connection between the seatback and base, which...more

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NTSB’s Investigation Moving Full Speed Ahead

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On May 17, the masts of a 300-foot-long Mexican naval training ship carrying 277 people collided with the underside of the Brooklyn Bridge just minutes after leaving the pier where it has been docked at the South Street...more

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Challenges to Cost Modelling for Marine-Related Property Claims

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Marine facilities have evolved into highly developed, complex, vital infrastructure. What were once collections of docks, pavements, warehouses and guard shacks have become complex cities. Modern ports have rail...more

King & Spalding

IMO’s Net-Zero Framework and the Global Carbon Price on Shipping

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A Major Milestone in Decarbonizing the Maritime Sector and a New Source of Demand for Green and Low-Carbon Hydrogen Derivatives and Biofuels - On April 11, 2025, the International Maritime Organization’s (“IMO”) 83rd session...more

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EU & UK Adopt New Sanctions Targeting Russia

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On May 20, 2025, the European Union ("EU") and the United Kingdom ("UK") adopted new sanctions targeting Russia, reflecting prior commitments to apply "further pressure on Russia to hinder its ability to wage its war of...more

Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP

Plaintiff Shipping Company Appeals Ruling That It “Failed To Deliver the Goods” in Antitrust Suit Against Its Only Competitor in...

On March 11, 2025, Judge Christopher R. Cooper of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia granted a shipping company’s motion for summary judgment, dismissing an antitrust case brought by the only other company...more

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Progress Achieved in U.S. Trade Talks with China and United Kingdom

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After announcing and then pausing the implementation of wide-ranging reciprocal tariffs last month, the Trump Administration has recently taken notable steps aimed at recalibrating and improving U.S. trading relationships....more

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As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns: May 2025

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Welcome to the May 2025 issue of “As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns,” our monthly newsletter where we compile essential updates from the customs and trade world over the past month. We bring you the most recent and...more

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CBP Confirms Goods on “Feeder” Vessels Not Eligible for “In-Transit” Reciprocal Tariff Exception

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On May 15, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) published an FAQ stating that the “in-transit” exception for the reciprocal tariff duty rate does not apply to goods loaded onto a “feeder” vessel prior to April 5...more

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New China Shipbuilding Tariff - Comments Due Next Week

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Newly proposed tariffs and restrictions on China’s maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding practices were issued on April 17, 2025. The United States Trade Representative’s (“USTR”) Section 301 investigation found China holds...more

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

USTR Section 301 Shipbuilding Reprised

The Notice also proposes new tariffs on Chinese origin ship-to-shore (STS) cranes and cranes and parts containing Chinese components. Interested parties may submit comments in response to these proposed measures before May...more

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USTR completes section 301 investigation of China’s shipbuilding and maritime sectors, publishes final actions and proposed...

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USTR’s actions target China’s vessel operators, Chinese-built ships, Chinese cargo-handling equipment, LNG export vessels, and vehicle carriers. Chinese-operated ships and Chinese-built ships owned by non-Chinese vessel...more

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US Tariffs: the regulatory landscape, impact on trade and strategic guidance for clients in the commercial, maritime and insurance...

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Presidential authority & legal foundations for US tariff policies The legal framework governing tariffs in the US is rooted in the US Constitution, which grants Congress the power to levy tariffs. However, this authority has...more

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UK Weekly Sanctions Update - Week of May 5, 2025

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In this weekly update, we summarise the most notable updates in the UK sanctions world. If you have any questions in respect of any of the developments set out below, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our London...more

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