The only in-depth examination and discussion concerning the most important financial aspect of laytime which can affect all voyage charter parties and international contracts for the sale of goods. The information is presented in a style which is readable by ship operators, traders and other lay persons as well as legal professionals.

Author:  Donald Davies is a barrister of Gray's Inn, a master mariner, and a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and the Nautical Institute.

ISBN: 13: 978-1-843115304

Published: Taylor & Francis (Informa Law by Routledge) 4th Edition 2006

Binding: Hardback

CONTENTS:

Introduction

• Chapter 1. Arriving at the Agreed Destination
• Chapter 2. Special Clauses Relevant to Arriving at the Destination
• Chapter 3. Breaches of Contract/Damages Relevant to Arriving at the Destination: Implied Terms
• Chapter 4. Readiness
• Chapter 5. Special Clauses/Breaches of Contract/ Damages Relevant to Readiness (Including Draught and Bills of Lading and Fault of Owners)
• Chapter 6. Notice of Readiness Including Relevant Special Clauses and Acceptance of Notice of Readiness
• Chapter 7. Miscellaneous Matters