Our recent visit to India was not only about connecting with industry leaders, but also about deep-diving into critical legal and dispute resolution topics at the SCMA Seminars!

Chennai Seminar Highlights

• Special Guest: Dr. Malini Shankar, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Indian Maritime University, brought invaluable insights into the future of maritime education and policy in India.

• Arbitration & Dispute Resolution: Insights from Bernice Yeoh (#SCMA), Murali Pany, Rafizah Gaffoor (JTJB LLP), Jainil Bhandari and Aleksandar Georgiev (Rajah & Tann Asia) on multi-contract arbitration and the interpretation of arbitration clauses.

• Sanctions & Charterparty Clauses: A crucial discussion by Karnan Thirupathy (Kennedys) on evolving legal frameworks.

• The Future of Mediation: Antony Lee (Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC)) shed light on the increasing acceptance of mediation in maritime dispute

These discussions reinforced the need for efficient, cost-effective dispute resolution mechanisms in the maritime industry. A huge thanks to all speakers and supporting organisations, Indian National Shipowners' Association (INSA), ICS Madras Branch (Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers), ICS Mumbai branch (Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers)!