Conventions & Maritime Law

Overview of Admiralty Law & Courts

An introduction to admiralty law — jurisdiction, maritime claims, arrests, salvage, collision, and the principal forums for dispute resolution.

Regulatory basis

  • Arrest Convention 1952/1999
  • Collision Regulations (COLREGs)
  • National admiralty statutes

Target audience

  • Officers, claims handlers, P&I correspondents, legal staff

Prerequisites

  • None
Learning objectives

What you'll be able to do

Identify maritime claims and arrest procedures
Outline jurisdiction of admiralty courts
Recognise key liabilities and limitation regimes
Course content

Modules & topics

Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.

01

Jurisdiction

  • In rem & in personam
  • Forum selection
02

Claims

  • Cargo, collision, salvage
  • Liens
03

Limitation

  • LLMC 1976/1996
  • Package limitation

Assessment

Written test and case discussion.

Certification

Course completion certificate.

References & further reading

Authoritative sources

This course aligns with international maritime conventions and IMO Model Courses. Use these references for detailed regulatory text.

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