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The Maritime Law Podcast

The Maritime Law Podcast

Sharon Msiza 24 Episodes Jun 23, 2025

A platform where all things Maritime Law are discussed for educational purposes. Various maritime stakeholders are invited to discuss their journey and experience of the Maritime, and laws affecting their operations.

Episodes

Law and Practice of Ship Arrests in Russia - Bulat Karimov
Law and Practice of Ship Arrests in Russia - Bulat Karimov Jun 23, 2025 00:46:56 In 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.
Understanding Ship Sale Transactions - Will Chetwood
Understanding Ship Sale Transactions - Will Chetwood Jun 9, 2025 00:29:46 Will 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 intri
Changing the Course: Engineer to Surveyor - Dorcas Jonah
Changing the Course: Engineer to Surveyor - Dorcas Jonah Apr 1, 2025 00:47:28 In 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
Journey to being a Marine Engineer - Sabelo Hadebe
Journey to being a Marine Engineer - Sabelo Hadebe Mar 24, 2025 00:42:47 On 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 h
Shipping Casualties: The role of a South African Lawyer - Lana Stockton
Shipping Casualties: The role of a South African Lawyer - Lana Stockton Sep 24, 2024 00:39:56 We 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
The importance of the Oceans Economy - Odwa Mtati
The importance of the Oceans Economy - Odwa Mtati Sep 23, 2024 00:47:16 In 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 subseq
Maritime Law Practice in India - Hari Narayan
Maritime Law Practice in India - Hari Narayan Sep 8, 2024 00:46:17 In 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, Har
Navigating the complexities of the Maritime Industry - Monica Kohli
Navigating the complexities of the Maritime Industry - Monica Kohli Aug 19, 2024 00:45:40 In 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 w
The Regulation of Competition in the Shipping Industry - Palesa Mpe
The Regulation of Competition in the Shipping Industry - Palesa Mpe Jul 8, 2024 00:48:56 In 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 app
Maritime Arbitration: London vs Singapore - Wole Olufunwa
Maritime Arbitration: London vs Singapore - Wole Olufunwa Jun 24, 2024 00:49:44 In 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 believe
Ship Arrests: The South African Law Perspective - Gavin Fitzmaurice
Ship Arrests: The South African Law Perspective - Gavin Fitzmaurice Jun 7, 2024 00:47:08 In 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 g
Sanctions Regulations in the Shipping Industry: Akshay Misra
Sanctions Regulations in the Shipping Industry: Akshay Misra May 24, 2024 01:02:21 In 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.

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