During our Trending Topics in Transport seminar on Tuesday 5 November, current legal developments in the field of terminals and logistics will be discussed. 

Damage or loss during transportation – by Jorian Gunst
‘Fake carriers’ and ‘fake buyers’ cause significant challenges for all parties involved in the logistics chain. The involvement of freight forwarders, freight exchange platforms and the refusal of cover by insurers have further complicated the position of both cargo interests and carriers. The potential risks, contractual solutions and practical tips and tricks will be discussed.

Navigating EUDR due diligence obligations; mitigating liability threats and enhancing compliance for logistics service providers – by Michael Hajdasinski
The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), effective from 29 June 2023, represents a major change in global value chains for commodities like coffee, cocoa, palm oil, cattle, rubber, soy, and wood, along with products made from them. Such as chocolate, leather, tires, and furniture. During the seminar the main obligations, as well as the potential liability threats will be discussed.

Terminal operator’s liability - by Barbara Wilbrink
We will discuss various issues regarding the liability position of terminal operators towards its customers, as well as towards third parties such as vessel owners. The VRTO conditions were revised in 2023 and shine a new light on terminal liability. We will inform you about the changes

Schedule
15:00 Reception
15:30 Start of seminar
17:00 Drinks

Registration
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