by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Mar 30, 2026 | Blogs
For international shipping companies, expanding into Southeast Asia often begins with a strategic presence in Malaysia. While traditional registration requires local majority ownership, the Malaysian Ship Registry requirements for foreign-owned vessels are...
by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Mar 27, 2026 | Blogs
Marine insurance provides the financial backbone for global trade, but when a loss occurs, the path to recovery often leads to complex legal friction. In local practice, marine insurance claim disputes under the Marine Insurance Act 1906 frequently arise because this...
by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Mar 27, 2026 | Blogs
The maritime industry currently faces a transformative era as global regulators tighten environmental standards. For vessel operators in Southeast Asia, achieving IMO 2026 decarbonization compliance for shipowners is no longer a future goal but an immediate...
by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Mar 16, 2026 | Blogs
Cargo damage remains a significant risk for Malaysian traders and shipowners. When goods arrive at Port Klang or Tanjung Pelepas in a damaged state, the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA) provides the primary legal framework for seeking compensation. Navigating...
by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Mar 9, 2026 | Blogs
In the busy waterways of Port Klang and the Port of Tanjung Pelepas, the margin for error is razor-thin. When a ship strikes a stationary structure—a specialised maritime incident known as an allision—the shipowner faces immediate and aggressive claims from port...
