London Club warns of potential increase in exposure to liability
The London P&I Club has warned its members to be wary of a potential increase in exposure to liability for claims as a result of pressures exerted by charterers in the current tough market conditions, and against a background of continuing piracy attacks against shipping.
In the latest issue of its Club News, the Club said, "Given the prevailing market conditions, it might be expected that charterers will seek to impose onerous terms on owners, which may serve to
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