Jamie Cook (Lockton Companies LLP)

The Challenge of Non-Lien Clauses for Bunker Companies

The Challenge of Non-Lien Clauses for Bunker Companies

Non-lien clauses are becoming an increasingly important issue in the bunker industry. Often included in charterparties, vessel management agreements, or other contractual arrangements, these clauses are intended to prevent suppliers from placing a lien or other claim...

article on Lng bunker supplies (ex truck)

article on Lng bunker supplies (ex truck)

Paul Veldhuizen of Vitrea Consulting provides an expert overview of the opportunities and challenges facing marine fuelling companies entering the LNG supply market. Drawing on his extensive LNG industry experience, he supports the MFA through guidance and consultancy...

The Credit Gap: Something Wicked This Way Comes

The Credit Gap: Something Wicked This Way Comes

This MFA Blog, written by Shipergy’s Global Head of Credit and Compliance, Chris Morgan, explores the challenges bunker companies face in balancing operational processes and profitability while navigating significant geopolitical risks. The article aligns closely with...

force majeure – is it really?

force majeure – is it really?

The MFA discusses the Force Majeure clause in Bunker Fuels contracts with lawyer Steve Simms of Simms Showers LLC. In the context of the conflict in the Middle East, this Podcast looks at the importance for bunker supply and trading companies to review their GT&Cs...