by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Jul 7, 2026 | Blogs, Malaysian Maritime Law
Malaysia has a significant and growing shipbuilding and ship repair industry. Major shipyards operate at Pulau Indah (Port Klang), Pasir Gudang (Johor), Penang, Labuan, and along the Sarawak coast — building offshore support vessels, tugs, barges, tankers, and...
by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Jul 3, 2026 | Blogs, Malaysian Maritime Law
The US tariff announcements of 2025 have created significant disruption to international trade flows — and Malaysian maritime businesses are directly in the crosshairs. Malaysia’s export-driven economy, with major shipments of electronics, palm oil, rubber, LNG,...
by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Jul 1, 2026 | Case study
Meck Petroleum DMCC v International Bird Shipping Co. Inc. — Court of Appeal of Malaysia, Civil Appeal No. W-02(IM)(ADM)-1169-07/2024 A recent decision from the Court of Appeal of Malaysia offers a useful reminder for fuel suppliers, shipowners, and charterers alike:...
by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Jun 26, 2026 | Blogs, Malaysian Maritime Law
When a vessel sinks, grounds, or is abandoned in Malaysian waters, the consequences extend far beyond the loss of the ship itself. A sunken wreck can obstruct navigation, damage port infrastructure, pollute the marine environment, and create a hazard for other vessels...
by Soubhagya Mukhopadhyay | Jun 22, 2026 | Blogs, Malaysian Maritime Law
Malaysia’s maritime sector is entering a period of significant regulatory change. The Malaysian government has announced that a carbon tax will be introduced beginning in 2026, targeting energy-intensive sectors — including shipping and port operations....
