We are pleased to inform that our managing partner, Dr. Espiñeira, participated in the 2025 Comité Maritime International Conference held in Tokyo from May 13 to 17. This prestigious event convened leading maritime professionals to deliberate on significant issues shaping the future of international maritime law.
Key topics addressed during the conference included:
✔ Lex Maritima: Discussions focused on the adoption of a resolution to further develop and recognise the international and uniform acceptance of the general principles of Maritime Law.
✔ Electronic Bills of Lading: Exploration of legal frameworks and technological advancements facilitating the transition from paper-based to electronic documentation in shipping.
✔ Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS): Examination of regulatory challenges and liability issues associated with the integration of autonomous vessels into global shipping.
✔ Maritime Decarbonization: Latest developments, strategies and legal implications related to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with international environmental commitments.
Our firm remains firmly committed to staying at the forefront of developments in maritime law, ensuring that we provide informed and up-to-date legal counsel to our clients.
