Autonomous vessels raise important issues for marine intellectual property
Recent impressive developments in technology within the marine industry raise important issues for marine businesses…
April 27, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Marine & Coastal Access Act 2009: coastal access for landowners (2026 update)
The King Charles III England Coastal Path was officially opened on 19 March 2026 -…
March 31, 2026 By Chris Tofts
The UK Ports and Marine Facilities Safety Code (April 2025): A Key Framework for Marine Sector Stakeholders
The UK Government published a revised edition of the Ports and Marine Facilities Safety Code in April 2025. This…
February 27, 2026 By Jess Lewis
Are your privacy policies all at sea?
It has been almost six months since the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2018 but…
January 27, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Employee pulling a sickie?
What can you do if you have a sick employee and you think they may…
July 1, 2025 By Verity Slater
Just recruited someone for your marine business… now what?
It is an exciting time for your business when you take on a new person;…
November 29, 2024 By Carrianne Matta
What is the geographical extent of planning control in England and Wales?
A recent High Court decision has confirmed the geographical extent of planning control in England…
July 15, 2024 By Chris Tofts
Whose (mooring) line is it anyway? Liability for vessel damage
In this article we explore the legal and contractual implications if a boat is damaged…
June 18, 2024 By Richard Slater
Autonomous and AI Ships – An update in the marine industry in the midst of the AI boom
Since our previous article on Autonomous and AI Ships in 2021, there has been little…
October 23, 2023 By Joey Medway
Seeking investment for your marine business?
The marine industry is full of innovation: the nature of operating in and around the…
April 27, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Marine Licence – Why it’s essential
A recent case against Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council (WMBC) has highlighted the importance in obtaining…
February 17, 2023 By Chris Tofts
Do your staff have rights as Seafarers?
If your vessels are only working within the 60 mile coastal limit, it’s tempting to…
April 4, 2022 By Verity Slater