This further Guidance Note has been prepared to take into account recent developments and to provide some answers to Members in respect of their position under UAE, Saudi, Qatari and Bahraini law.
TT Club announces robust financial results for 2016 and AM Best affirms A- (Excellent) rating
15/06/2017
TT Club, the leading international transport and logistics insurance provider, today announces its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2016, and AM Best affirms its A- (Excellent) rating for the 11th consecutive year.
TT Club announces robust financial results for 2016 and AM Best affirms A- (Excellent) rating
15/06/2017
TT Club, the leading international transport and logistics insurance provider, today announces its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2016, and AM Best affirms its A- (Excellent) rating for the 11th consecutive year.
The recent severing of diplomatic ties with Qatar by several countries (the "Alliance Countries") is having a knock on effect on trade between Qatar and the Alliance Countries, and also an impact on the international carriage of goods to or from Qatar.
Qatar update
08/06/2017
The recent action against Qatar by a growing number of countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Bahrain on 5th June 2017 is likely to affect a number of TT Club Members as they undertake their normal business operations. The situation appears more likely to affect the TT Club's NVOC, Freight Forwarder, Container line operator and logistics company Members, but Ports and Terminal operator Members could also be impacted in respect of affected cargos passing through their facilities. At this stage it is too early to tell.
TT Talk - Assessing risk records
06/06/2017
While operators do not plan to have incidents, the prudent will seek to apply sound pre-emptive advice to bolster the defence of any potential future claims.
TT Talk - Integrity in near miss reporting
06/06/2017
The cost of safety failures, however small the frequency rate, is usually disproportionate; equally, the rewards for safe operations and practices generally accrue significant benefits. Effective near miss reporting is key.
TT Talk - Proper care and industry practice
06/06/2017
Lawyers can become excited about who has the burden of proof and when it might pass or be discharged. Nevertheless, a convoluted interpretation can give rise to pragmatic judgements.
TT Talk - Business on the Move
09/05/2017
Are you a winner in the global supply chain game?
Incorporation of Standard Trading Conditions is an 'old chestnut', but remains critically important in supply chain operations. Don't let the 'big picture' deal blind you to such protective 'detail'.
TT Talk - Legal eagle: packages & contracts
09/05/2017
Recent caselaw suggests that English courts will lean towards the selecting interpretations on limits of liability that favour a claimant. Unwelcome to the carrier community, so worth considering how best to describe goods on carriage documents.