Developments in Australian Maritime Law 2013-2014

Abstract

This article will concentrate on selected developments in commercial maritime law since the last update on Australian maritime law. Case law developments have largely concerned the Admiralty jurisdiction, and the carriage of goods by sea. Many of them have involved the problems caused by insolvency, or the lack of security for claims, arising in connection with the global financial crisis. The approach of the courts has been increasingly international in nature, with a willingness to look at U.S. practice and developments.

JEL Classification: K00