Maritime Archives - Fichte & Co Legal Legal Firm in Dubai Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:12:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://fichtelegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-Favicon-32x32.png Maritime Archives - Fichte & Co Legal 32 32 Ship Arrest: The One Legal Tool that can Stop a Vessel Overnight https://fichtelegal.com/ship-arrest-the-one-legal-tool-that-can-stop-a-vessel-overnight/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ship-arrest-the-one-legal-tool-that-can-stop-a-vessel-overnight Mon, 06 Apr 2026 06:06:31 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=45091 In shipping, most disputes take time. Ship arrest doesn’t. It is one of the very few tools in maritime practice that can immediately disrupt operations, create pressure, and force action sometimes within hours. And that’s exactly why it matters.   What is ship arrest, in practical terms? Think of it as a legal pause button. …

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]]> The UK is Dropping Tax-Free Status – Will Shipowners Set Sail for the UAE? https://fichtelegal.com/the-uk-is-dropping-tax-free-status-will-shipowners-set-sail-for-the-uae/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-uk-is-dropping-tax-free-status-will-shipowners-set-sail-for-the-uae Fri, 25 Jul 2025 05:50:21 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/understanding-the-jurisdiction-powers-function-and-fees-of-the-insurance-committee-for-settling-and-resolving-insurance-disputes-2/ From April 2025, the United Kingdom will eliminate its long-standing non-domiciled tax regime. The new rules will introduce a residence-based system, taxing global income and gains after a four-year transition period. For many international shipowners, this means the end of a structure that offered flexibility, tax efficiency, and strategic advantages for decades. The reform goes …

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]]> UAE Ship Recycling Regulation (SRR) to Apply to Foreign and UAE-Flagged Ships From 26 June 2025 https://fichtelegal.com/uae-ship-recycling-regulation-srr-to-apply-to-foreign-and-uae-flagged-ships-from-26-june-2025/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uae-ship-recycling-regulation-srr-to-apply-to-foreign-and-uae-flagged-ships-from-26-june-2025 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:54:36 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=44265 The UAE is setting a new course for sustainability in the maritime sector. Marking a decisive move toward the safe and environmentally sound disposal of end-of-life vessels, the UAE Ship Recycling Regulation (SRR) will apply to a broader range of ships from 26 June 2025 and  stakeholders in the maritime sector should prepare to ensure …

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]]> UAE Ship Recycling Regulation (SRR) to Apply to Foreign and UAE-Flagged Ships From 26 June 2025 https://fichtelegal.com/uae-ship-recycling-regulation-srr-to-apply-to-foreign-and-uae-flagged-ships-from-26-june-2025-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uae-ship-recycling-regulation-srr-to-apply-to-foreign-and-uae-flagged-ships-from-26-june-2025-2 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:54:36 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/uae-ship-recycling-regulation-srr-to-apply-to-foreign-and-uae-flagged-ships-from-26-june-2025-2/ The UAE is setting a new course for sustainability in the maritime sector. Marking a decisive move toward the safe and environmentally sound disposal of end-of-life vessels, the UAE Ship Recycling Regulation (SRR) will apply to a broader range of ships from 26 June 2025 and  stakeholders in the maritime sector should prepare to ensure …

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]]> Breaking News in the UAE: The Nairobi Wreck Removal Convention is Almost Here! https://fichtelegal.com/breaking-news-in-the-uae-the-nairobi-wreck-removal-convention-is-almost-here/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=breaking-news-in-the-uae-the-nairobi-wreck-removal-convention-is-almost-here Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:45:28 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=43791 In addition to the 31 Conventions of the International Maritime Organization (“IMO”) ratified by the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”), the country is on the cusp of achieving another milestone in its endeavor to make significant strides as an international maritime hub. The UAE is one step away from being the 71st state to ratify the Nairobi …

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]]> Essential Guide to Registering Your Yacht in the UAE https://fichtelegal.com/essential-guide-to-registering-your-yacht-in-the-uae/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=essential-guide-to-registering-your-yacht-in-the-uae Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:38:36 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/?p=43212 In the UAE, maritime activities are regulated by distinct legal frameworks tailored to accommodate different types of vessels and demands of different shipowners and ship operators. While the rules for registering a commercial vessel are provided for by the UAE Federal Decree Law No. 43/2023 (the New Maritime Law), the rules for registering a yacht …

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]]> Federal Decree Law No. 43 of 2023 regarding Maritime Law – Download your translation here https://fichtelegal.com/federal-decree-law-no-43-of-2023-regarding-maritime-law-download-your-translation-here/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=federal-decree-law-no-43-of-2023-regarding-maritime-law-download-your-translation-here Mon, 18 Dec 2023 06:20:40 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/federal-decree-law-no-43-of-2023-regarding-maritime-law-download-your-translation-here/ The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI) has unveiled the forthcoming Federal Decree-Law No. 43 of 2023 regarding Maritime Law (the “2023 Maritime Law”), slated to come into force from March 2024. This legislation marks a significant departure from the current maritime law, ushering in substantial modifications that will reverberate across the shipping, legal, and …

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]]> A New Era for The Shipping Sector in the UAE https://fichtelegal.com/a-new-era-for-the-shipping-sector-in-the-uae/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-new-era-for-the-shipping-sector-in-the-uae Wed, 22 Nov 2023 07:30:40 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/administrative-decision-no-2-of-2023-for-transparency-of-local-sea-container-charges-in-dubai/ A New Era for The Shipping Sector in the UAE The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI) has unveiled the forthcoming Federal Decree Law No. 43 of 2023 regarding Maritime Law (the “2023 Maritime Law”), slated to come into force from March 2024. This legislation marks a significant departure from the current maritime law, ushering …

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]]> The Curious Case of Causation https://fichtelegal.com/the-curious-case-of-causation-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-curious-case-of-causation-2 Mon, 22 May 2023 20:31:40 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/the-curious-case-of-causation-2/ ‘FULL AHEAD’ ordered the Master on the Bridge, and so the fully laden good old bulk carrier, which has weathered many a storm in its more than two decades at sea, complemented by a seasoned crew, commenced its 14-day sea passage to the discharge port in fair winds and smooth seas, with the main engine …

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]]> Identifying factors driving the progress of the UAE’s Maritime Industry https://fichtelegal.com/identifying-factors-driving-the-progress-of-the-uaes-maritime-industry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=identifying-factors-driving-the-progress-of-the-uaes-maritime-industry Tue, 17 Jan 2023 02:00:40 +0000 https://fichtelegal.com/identifying-factors-driving-the-progress-of-the-uaes-maritime-industry/ The UAE’s unique location at the crossroads of global shipping routes and its constant drive towards innovation has enabled it to become one of the leading international maritime hubs. The maritime sector is a key pillar of the UAE national economy, and has shown tremendous results in various performance indicators. The nation ranks third in …

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