IMO Ship Identification Number: Legal Basis, Importance, and International Standards 1. What is the IMO Ship Identification Number? The IMO Ship Identification Number is a unique, permanent, and lifetime-valid number assigned to ships for identification purposes in the international maritime industry.This number is issued by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to enhance safety, prevent maritime […]
1. Introduction A ship is a movable asset of high economic value and constitutes a fundamental unit of international trade. Unlike ordinary movable property, ships are subject to a public registration system, and legal actions such as ownership transfer, mortgage, and seizure are governed by specific legal rules. In Turkey, the Turkish Commercial Code (TCC) […]
1. Introduction Charter party agreements are a common and economically significant contractual mechanism in maritime commerce. These agreements, which govern the chartering of a vessel wholly or partially for a voyage or period of time, often give rise to legal disputes due to performance issues. This article explores the main areas of conflict that arise […]
1. Introduction Maritime transport is one of the backbone methods of international trade. Preferred for its ability to move large volumes of high-value goods economically and efficiently, it also brings legal risks and a high potential for disputes. In particular, situations involving cargo damage, short delivery, or non-delivery often give rise to disputes between the […]