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The Maritime Law PodcastLaw and Practice of Ship Arrests in Russia - Bulat KarimovIn this episode, we’re joined by Bulat Karimov, Research Associate at the Centre for Maritime Law at the National University of Singapore, Head of the Young Committee of the Russian Maritime Law Association, and Associate at NAVICUS.LAW (Russia).We dive into Bulat’s recently published paper, “Law and Practice of Ship Arrest in Russia,” exploring the legal framework governing ship arrest in Russia. He breaks down the statutory basis for arrest, how international rules are interpreted and applied in domestic courts, and walks us through the typical stages of a ship arrest case.
2025-06-2346 minThe Maritime Law PodcastUnderstanding Ship Sale Transactions - Will ChetwoodWill Chetwood is a highly respected Senior Shipping Counsel with over 40 years of experience in the maritime legal sector. Recognized by The Legal 500 for his expertise in both dry shipping matters and dispute resolution, Will has built a distinguished career advising on complex shipping transactions and legal challenges across the globe. In this episode, we sit down with Will to explore the intricacies of Ship Sale Transactions. Drawing on decades of hands-on experience, Will walks us through how these transactions are typically structured and concluded, highlighting key legal and commercial considerations that parties must keep in mind.
2025-06-0929 minThe Maritime Law PodcastChanging the Course: Engineer to Surveyor - Dorcas JonahIn this episode we speak to Dorcas Jonah from Nigeria, who is a qualified Marine Engineer and Surveyor. She is also an advocate for women in the industry and serves on various platforms as a mentor and an ambassador of change.She speaks to us about her journey from being a Marine Engineer to a Marine Surveyor and what both these designations entail from a practical perspective. Dorcas also shares with us the challenges she experienced and the mindset she had in overcoming them.In conclusion, she shares pearls...
2025-04-0147 minThe Maritime Law PodcastJourney to being a Marine Engineer - Sabelo HadebeOn this episode we speak to a returning guest, Sabelo Hadebe who speaks to us a qualified Marine Engineer.The episode touches on the process of preparing for his exams with the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), and tips on how to ace those exams.He speaks about the importance of structuring your study schedule, consulting with mentors, and working with a partner. Sabelo highlights how these have been fundamental in him acing his exams.
2025-03-2442 minThe Maritime Law PodcastShipping Casualties: The role of a South African Lawyer - Lana StocktonWe are joined by Lana Stockton, a Partner at Bowmans Law based in Cape Town, in their Shipping and Logistics department.
Lana speaks to us about the role of a shipping lawyer when there has been a casualty, and expands on the tasks that they carry out on behalf of their clients, as well as how they interact with other involved parties.
The conversation also touches on the skills set that one ought to have, which includes multitasking and networking. In conclusion, we speaks about the role of mentorship and eradicating entry barriers in the industry.
2024-09-2439 minThe Maritime Law PodcastThe importance of the Oceans Economy - Odwa MtatiIn this episode we speak to the CEO of the South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI), Mr. Odwa Mtati about the development of the Oceans Economy.
Mr. Mtati speaks on the three objectives of SAIMI, namely Advocacy, Research & Innovation, and Education & Training. He expands on how the three have been utilised in the industry to advance conversations about Oceans Economy, and its subsequent development.
The conversation also explored the role of the State and various stakeholders in ensuring that South Africa as a whole invests is a well performing maritime State.
2024-09-2347 minThe Maritime Law PodcastMaritime Law Practice in India - Hari NarayanIn this episode we speak to Hari Narayan, a Partner and Maritime Lawyer at United Maritime Law Chambers in India.
Hari speaks to us about the practice of maritime law in India, and takes us through some of the provisions of key maritime legislations. The discussion touches on the history of Admiralty Jurisdiction in India, as well as the introduction of the 2017 Admiralty Act.
In conclusion, Hari shares some advice for aspiring maritime lawyers in India.
2024-09-0946 minThe Maritime Law PodcastNavigating the complexities of the Maritime Industry - Monica KohliIn this episode, Monica Kohli who is a Senior Lawyer at Gard P&I speaks to us about her legal journey in the maritime industry.
The conversation focuses mainly on her work with various Associations in the industry that seek to promote diversity and transformation in in the shipping industry. She speaks about the work she does with WISTA UK in supporting and training women in the industry, as well as with the IMA.
Monica also shares some tips for those interested in joining the industry and how they can make themselves stand out.
2024-08-1945 minThe Maritime Law PodcastThe Regulation of Competition in the Shipping Industry - Palesa MpeIn today’s episode we speak to Palesa Mpe, a Senior Associate at Fasken in their Competition team based in Johannesburg. Palesa gives us a brief introduction on what is competition and how that’s regulated, she then proceeds to explain how that looks like in the shipping industry. The conversation touches on different shipping markets, how shipping companies compete, and how competition law is applied in shipping law. We also touch on anti-competitive behaviour observed in the shipping industry.
2024-07-0848 minThe Maritime Law PodcastMaritime Arbitration: London vs Singapore - Wole OlufunwaIn this episode we speak to Wole Olufunwa, a Partner at Wikborg Rein in Singapore. Wole takes us through the arbitration process in the maritime industry and explains the very essence of arbitration. He further outlines the differences between the London Maritime Arbitration Association and the Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration. Wole also shares with us areas of development that he believes should be considered in ensuring that the there are no practices that would cast doubt on the impartiality of the arbitration proceedings .
2024-06-2449 minThe Maritime Law PodcastShip Arrests: The South African Law Perspective - Gavin FitzmauriceIn this episode we talk to Gavin Fitzmaurice who is a Partner in the Shipping Law department at Webber Wentzel in Cape Town about the South African law perspective on ship arrests and associated ships. Gavin explains what it means to arrest a ship and how to procedurally and practically do it. He also explains what circumstances necessitates the arresting of ships and when will a court refuse to grant an order to arrest a ship.
2024-06-0747 minThe Maritime Law PodcastSanctions Regulations in the Shipping Industry: Akshay MisraIn this episode we chat with Akshay Misra, a Managing Associate at Pennington Manches Cooper LLP on sanctions regulations in the shipping industry and the impact they have on sanctioned countries, entities and individuals.
2024-05-251h 02The Maritime Law PodcastThe Seafarers’ Perspective: In conversation with Thembela Taboshe (Master Mariner)In commemorating International Women’s Day, Thembela speaks about her experience and journey in the Maritime industry as a woman. She is frank and open, leaves no stone unturned and expresses her views with so much passion. She also touches on the differences between a Captain and a Master Mariner.
2024-03-081h 29The Maritime Law PodcastThe Seafarers’ Perspective: In conversation with Lineo Monoana (Third Officer)In this episode, Lineo speaks to us about her journey from on board a ship, to being a Nautical Superintendent, and back to sea as a 3rd Officer. She also takes us through challenges and lessons of being a female seafarer.
2024-02-271h 13The Maritime Law PodcastThe Seafarers’ Perspective: Capt. Sabelo Mdlalose (Harbour Master).In conversation with Capt. Mdlalose, the Harbour Master at the Port of Durban about his career journey, what it is he does, and laws regulating his industry.
2024-02-0141 minThe Maritime Law PodcastThe Seafarers’ Perspective: In conversation with Sabelo Hadebe, a Marine Engineering Cadet.In this episode we discuss the world of shipping from a Marine Engineering Cadet’s perspective. We talk about the journey to qualification, the challenges, achievements, and lessons. We also talk about MARPOL and other legal instruments regulating Marine Engineers.
2023-10-151h 01The Maritime Law PodcastWhat about sanctions regulations?In this episode we discuss what are sanctions, how do they work, and how to avoid being in violation of them.
2023-08-2818 minThe Maritime Law PodcastUnderstanding the concept of Marine Insurance.In this episode Prof Portia takes us through the concept of Marine Insurance and explains what it is, its purpose, as well as various branches of Marine Insurance. The discussion also touches on the inland carriage and its relation with Marine Insurance.
2023-02-0735 minThe Maritime Law PodcastNext Level Multimodal TransportationSharon and Prof. Portia discuss what is Multimodal Transportation and also look at the recent developments in the Maritime and Aviation sectors and how one of the largest Shipping Company in the world has expanded its offering to Air Freight.
2022-04-0825 minThe Maritime Law PodcastAutonomous shipsIn this episode, we discuss the introduction of Autonomous Ships in the Maritime industry.
2022-03-1134 min
Sisters In ConversationS3E1 - Sharon Msiza, Maritime Law attorneySend in a voice message with your feedback regarding this episode and you could be featured on the next episode as our young student/professional: https://anchor.fm/tebello-motshwane/message————————————————Sharon Msiza is currently employed as an Associate at Prinsloo Incorporated where she specializes in Maritime Transport, Shipping and Logistics, Corporate commercial, and Commercial Dispute Resolution.She obtained her LLB (with distinction) from the University of Witwatersrand, as well as a LLM in Shipping Law from the University of Cape Town. Sharon completed here articles at Edward Nathan Sonnenbergs (“ENS”) in their Shipping and Logistics department, as well as their Dispute Resolution department. Her p...
2022-03-071h 09The Maritime Law PodcastBallast Water Management: A textbookIn this episode we announce an exciting project the Professor and I, together with other leading Maritime experts have been busy with; we are contributing to the compilation of a textbook on Ballast Water Management.
2020-11-2024 minThe Maritime Law PodcastThe importance of the presentation of the Bill of Lading when taking delivery.In this episode we discuss the case of Primesite Outdoor Advertising (Pty) Ltd v Salviati & Santori (Pty) Ltd 1999 (1) SA 868 (W) in which we highlight the importance of a Bill of Lading in the Maritime industry.
2020-10-0127 minThe Maritime Law PodcastCOVID-19 and Marine InsuranceIn this episode we discuss two scenarios: 1. Whether Marine insurance companies will cover any losses sustained by their customers as a result of COVID-19; and, 2. Whether Marine insurance companies themselves can limit their liability resulting from COVID-19.
2020-08-3028 minThe Maritime Law PodcastThe objective of our Maritime Law PodcastsIn this episode, Prof Ndlovu and Sharon share with the listeners the objective of this project and what exactly listeners can expect to benefit from this platform.
2020-07-2625 min