US Maritime Sanctions Advisory: Navigating Choppy Waters
In May 2020, OFAC, the US State Department and US Coast Guard issued a joint Sanctions Advisory for the Maritime Industry.
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Marshall Islands Allows Virtual Shareholder Meetings in Light of COVID-19
The Marshall Islands has adopted a regulation permitting shareholders to participate remotely in annual shareholder meetings.
Lessee/Charterer issues in ship leasing transactions
This briefing examines some structural and documentary issues which should be considered by Lessees/Charterers.
WFW triumph with six Marine Money ‘Deal of the Year’ Awards
Six deals in which WFW had leading advisory roles have been named ‘Deal of the Year’ in Marine Money’s Deal of the Year 2020 Awards.
Sign me up, log me in, let me begin: The rise of digital signatures
This article explains the difference between an electronic signature and a digital signature, what digital signatures look like, how they work and why they are more secure than ‘simple’ electronic signatures.
Tightening of German investment control – new law pending
This article explores the restrictions being put in place on foreign investments in Germany.
Foreign Direct Investment controls – what is changing and what dealmakers should do
This article explores the changing views of FDI in the EU, the UK, Germany and France.
Beyond Force Majeure: excusing performance under New York law during COVID-19
This article discusses the extraordinary circumstances in which a party’s nonperformance of its contractual obligations may be excused under the New York common law.
Sanctions in the Time of COVID-19: Ongoing Risks for the Shipping Community
The COVID-19 crisis has not slowed the Trump administration’s “maximum pressure” sanctions policy against Iran and Venezuela, which continues to pose risks to shipowners.
Impact of Covid‑19 on Dispute Resolution in Germany
The global spread of COVID-19 has a major impact on dispute resolution in Germany in relation to pre-litigation concerns and dispute prevention, as well as the practicality of conducting disputes in front of state courts and arbitral tribunals.