{"id":37704,"date":"2026-01-19T12:48:52","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T12:48:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/akdemirlegal.com\/legal-consultancy\/maritime-trade-law\/"},"modified":"2026-04-14T12:34:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T12:34:54","slug":"maritime-trade-law","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/akdemirlegal.com\/en\/legal-consultancy\/maritime-trade-law\/","title":{"rendered":"Maritime Trade Law"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Maritime Commercial Law is a specialized branch of law that regulates commercial activities conducted at sea, the legal status of ships, and the rights and obligations of the parties involved (owner, carrier, shipper, agent, etc.). In Turkey, this field is primarily regulated in the Fifth Book of the Turkish Commercial Code (Law No. 6102). <\/span><\/p>

However, maritime trade is not limited solely to local laws. Because of its inherently international nature, international conventions and customs such as the Hague-Visby Rules, the Hamburg Rules, the Rotterdam Rules, and the York-Antwerp Rules are an integral part of this branch of law. <\/span><\/p>

Some fundamental topics covered by Maritime Law include:<\/span><\/p>

  • Ownership, registration, and liens of ships (Ship Registry procedures).<\/span><\/li>
  • Legal status and powers of captains and crew members.<\/span><\/li>
  • Maritime transport contracts (Freight and Charterparty contracts).<\/span><\/li>
  • Maritime accidents (Collision, rescue and assistance, general average).<\/span><\/li>
  • Marine insurance (P&I and H&M insurance).<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

    What does a Maritime Lawyer do?<\/strong><\/h2>

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    The primary duties of a maritime lawyer include:<\/b><\/p>

    • Contract Management: Preparation or revision of ship charter agreements (Time Charter, Bareboat Charter) and cargo transportation contracts (Booking Note, Bill of Lading).<\/li>
    • Arrest and Release of Vessels: Managing the processes of a vessel being detained in port due to a debt or being released upon provision of security against wrongful detention.<\/li>
    • Port and Customs Procedures: Resolving issues with port authorities, appealing customs penalties, and handling warehousing disputes.<\/li>
    • Damage and Compensation Management: Tracking compensation claims arising from damage or shortages in cargo (cargo claims).<\/li>
    • Arbitration and Litigation: Representing clients in maritime arbitration proceedings, particularly in international centers such as the London International Arbitration Court (LMAA).<\/li><\/ul>