This seminar aims to equip maritime professionals with practical knowledge and legal insight into handling bunker-related disputes. It focuses on the commercial, technical, and regulatory aspects of marine fuel supply and provides guidance on minimizing risk and resolving claims effectively.
Dates / Hours
Dates: 13, 15, 20 & 22 October 2026
Hours: 19:30 – 21:30 (GMT +3)
Duration: 4 online sessions
Fees
400,00 EUR (Including tuition fees & reading material)
ICS Members are eligible for a discount 20% on all HMC Professional Maritime Seminars
Introduction to Shipping
Overview of the global bunker supply chain
Key players: Shipowners, Charterers, Physical Suppliers, Brokers, Traders, Barge Operators
Delivery Procedures and Best Practices
Pre-delivery checks
Procedures during delivery
Post-delivery documentation and verification
Legal and Regulatory Framework
Compliance with MARPOL Annex VI and EU Sulphur Regulations
Regional fuel regulations and restrictions
Understanding safety control measures in the evolving fuel landscape
Evidence Collection & Documentation
Preservation of evidence
Importance and handling of fuel samples
Notes of protest and their legal implications
Charterparty Implications
Ownership and title in bunkers
Quality and quantity disputes
Legal principles: fit for purpose, causation, mitigation
Claims Handling & Insurance Aspects
Bunker claims process
The role of P&I Clubs in bunker disputes
Case Studies
Analysis of “bad bunker” claims from both Owner and Charterer perspectives
Mitigating legal risks when purchasing bunkers; lessons from the OW Bunker collapse
Workshop/Interactive Session
Real-world scenarios & Q&A
Learning Outcomes:
– Understand the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in the bunker supply chain
– Identify key risks in bunker supply and delivery
– Implement best practices to reduce exposure to bunker claims
– Interpret and respond effectively to charterparty and bunker contract disputes
– Apply legal principles and regulatory requirements to real-world scenarios
– Understand the importance of evidence preservation and sample management
– Navigate the implications of high-profile bunker cases and recent regulatory changes
Addressed to
Shipowners, Operators, and Technical Managers, Chartering and Operations professionals, Legal and Insurance professionals, P&I Club representatives, Bunker traders and suppliers, Maritime consultants and surveyors
Online Learning
Engage in a comprehensive seminar comprised of 4 fully tutored online sessions. Upon completing your registration, you will promptly receive an email containing all essential details and links to the webinars. No specialized equipment is necessary, aside from a camera and microphone.
Tutor:
Georgia Botsiou, Legal Director and Insurance Manager
Certification
Participants will receive a certificate of attendance on completion of the seminar.
The seminar is delivered in English.
