Who gets the upside? – Court of Appeal reverses the Lila Lisbon judgment
In this article we discuss the Court of Appeal’s decision in the Lila Lisbon case and its implications for the buyers and sellers of ships.
Author: Molly Watson Archive
Data Centres: An International Legal and Regulatory Perspective
Spotlight on Singapore
Singapore has long been recognised as a regional hub for data centres, with a total capacity exceeding 1.4 GW.
No ka-ching against MV Kiating – Admiralty Court rejects Port of Sheerness’ period toll
In this article, we cover a recent English Admiralty Court decision on the Port of Sheerness’ ability to impose a “period toll” against the sub-charterers of an overstaying vessel.
WFW x enervis: Powering Data Centres – Energy & Legal Perspectives23 September 2025
On 23 September 2025, we hosted a webinar with enervis on “Powering Data Centers – Energy & Legal Perspectives”.
Driving the future: Spain’s legal path to automated mobility
Spain promotes automated mobility with new legal frameworks aligned with EU standards. The ES-AV Programme and Draft Royal Decree set rules for testing, deployment and compliance.
Data Centres: An International Legal and Regulatory Perspective
Spotlight on Greece
As of 2024, Greece’s data centre market was estimated to be worth approximately US$812m, with forecasts suggesting it could grow to around US$2.070bn by 2030, reflecting a robust CAGR of nearly 17%.
UK shifts towards nature-positive infrastructure: DEFRA announces environmental planning reforms
The UK’s Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs has announced environmental planning reforms designed to “accelerate infrastructure delivery and homebuilding while safeguarding the environment under the Plan for Change”.
Brilliance in the details – Commercial Court clarifies Hague Visby provisions
This article explores an enlightening English Commercial Court decision on two important points of interpretation of the Hague Visby Rules.
Grenfell legacy and developer accountability – Rydon Group v SoS
In a significant ruling handed down by Mr Justice Choudhury, the High Court dismissed a judicial review challenge brought by Rydon Group Holdings Limited against decisions made by the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities concerning the remediation of unsafe cladding on three high-rise residential buildings.
A Measured Shift: Key Reforms and Practical Implications of the New Arbitration Act 2025
Targeted reforms introduced by the UK Arbitration Act 2025 enhance clarity, efficiency and certainty which align with international best practices.
