The SOVCOAL ARIC Terms were developed as additional clauses to the SOVCOAL charter party. The latest edition of these terms are the SOVCOAL ATIC Terms, applicable as from 1 November 1988.
The North American Grain Charter Party was issued by the Association of Ship Brokers and Agents (USA) and recommended by BIMCO. The latest edition of this contract is NORGRAIN 89.
As a result of a rising number of shipments of industrial raw materials such as bauxite, coal and iron ore being transported under COAs, BIMCO is working on a new standard form of contract of affreightment (COA).
At times of port restrictions and situations where a crew may be infected or fall ill with COVID-19, it has become apparent that the obligations and rights of contracting parties need to be clarified. The main takeaway from the situation is that parties to a contract should communicate and cooperate... Please follow the link to continue reading.
BIMCO has received numerous enquiries from members uncertain about how the Novel Coronavirus outbreak will impact contracts. The following includes some general remarks, but it is important to evaluate carefully each situation on its own merits.
Demurrage forms an integrated part of the laytime provisions in voyage charter parties operating with fixed laytime. Just as voyage freight, the amount of demurrage negotiated reflects the current market conditions and not necessarily the daily cost of the vessel. This means that it is just as impor... Please follow the link to continue reading.
The INTANKBILL bill of lading was developed to be used for shipments under tanker voyage charter parties.
What's on the agenda at the upcoming BIMCO Documentary Committee meeting?
The BIMCO Average Bond Clause 2007 has been updated. The main change is in the final paragraph where the shorter limitation period previously applicable to adjustments arising under the York Antwerp Rules 2004 no longer applies. As a result, in all cases rights to claim under the clause have been br... Please follow the link to continue reading.
The BIMCO Average Bond Clause 2017 has been updated. The main change is in the final paragraph where the shorter limitation period previously applicable to adjustments arising under the York Antwerp Rules 2004 no longer applies. As a result, in all cases rights to claim under the clause have been br... Please follow the link to continue reading.
