In a long-awaited decision, the English High Court has found that a Shipowner’s decision to refuse their Charterers' orders to load a cargo, on the basis that doing so would expose them to sanctions, was not a decision that a reasonable shipowner could reasonably have come to.

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Matt works extensively with shipowners and insurers on dry and wet shipping cases. He has a wide range of experience in English civil proceedings and court proceedings across the world as well as international arbitration and mediation. His clients include major shipowners and operators, P&​I Clubs, insurers, port operators, dredging companies, shipyards, trading companies, offshore operators, drilling contractors, offshore constructors and oil and gas companies. He regularly writes and speaks on shipping industry matters. 

Matt has worked in shipping law since 1995 and is qualified in England and Wales. Legal 500 UK recommends Matt as an "exceptional shipping and insurance specialist" and is also highly recommended within Shipping.

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Matt works extensively with shipowners and insurers on dry and wet shipping cases. He has a wide range of experience in English civil proceedings and court proceedings across the world as well as international arbitration and mediation.