CERTIFICATE IN MARITIME LAW

CERTIFICATE IN MARITIME LAW

21 -22 January 2026

10.00 – 14.30 UK Time

An Online Interactive Training Course

The two-day course is live and interactive, where learners can follow along with the tutor and ask questions.

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Upcoming Dates:

21 -22 January 2026

Flexible, on-demand program alternative:

Study from the comfort of your own home with personal tutor support, no timetable. Please get in touch with us for the details.

The Certificate in Maritime Law Course provides a practical and accessible introduction to the legal frameworks governing the shipping and maritime industries. It is specifically designed for professionals engaged in maritime transport, port operations, ship management, cargo handling, and marine services who wish to deepen their understanding of legal concepts shaping maritime operations.

Whether you’re involved in chartering, ship owning, cargo movement, or regulatory oversight, this course equips participants with the legal insights necessary to navigate complex maritime contracts, disputes, and liabilities.

The programme addresses key areas such as carriage of goods by sea, charterparties, general average, marine insurance, maritime claims, collisions, salvage, and pollution liabilities. Particular attention is given to legal obligations under international conventions such as the Hague-Visby Rules, and current legal challenges facing the maritime industry.

Through real-world examples, case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will explore how maritime law is applied in practice, gaining the tools needed to evaluate legal risks, resolve disputes, and make sound operational decisions.

Course Details

Introduction to Maritime Law
Carriage of Goods by Sea and Charterparties
Marine Insurance and General Average
Maritime Claims and Dispute Resolution
Shipowner, Charterer and Cargo Interests
Collisions, Salvage and Pollution
International Conventions and Regulatory Compliance

Full Course Outline

Introduction to Maritime Law

What makes maritime law unique
Jurisdiction and legal systems involved in maritime disputes
Key international conventions (e.g. Hague-Visby, Hamburg, Rotterdam Rules)

Contracts of Carriage by Sea

Bills of lading: functions and importance
Charterparties: voyage vs. time charters
Legal responsibilities of shipowners and charterers
Bills of lading and the role of the master

Marine Insurance and Risk Allocation

Purpose of marine insurance in shipping
Hull & Machinery (H&M) and Protection & Indemnity (P&I)
General average: legal concept and practical use
Cargo insurance and subrogation

Maritime Claims and Liabilities

Cargo damage claims, delay claims
Freight Disputes
Handling and resolution of claims
Liabilities of carriers, shipowners, and charterers
Limitation of liability and jurisdiction clauses

Ship Arrest and Maritime Liens

Arrest procedures and enforcement of maritime claims
Maritime liens: when and how they arise

Collisions, Salvage, and Towage

Legal and operational aspects of ship collisions
Salvage law with case studies

Dispute Resolution in Maritime Law

- Litigation, arbitration, and mediation in practice
- Case study: resolving a maritime dispute

* Please note that changes in the curriculum may occur due to scheduling and other factors.

Who should attend:

This course is ideal for:

Shipowners, Charterers, and Operators involved in international shipping and vessel management
Marine insurers, P&I Club representatives, and legal advisors
Shipping company managers responsible for operations and compliance
Port and terminal operators, including legal and risk teams
Marine surveyors, cargo inspectors, and claims handlers
Freight forwarders, NVOCCs, and logistics providers working with sea freight
Legal professionals seeking maritime law grounding
Maritime regulators, coast guard personnel, and government officers
Students and professionals preparing for roles in the maritime legal sector

Course Directors:

The course is taught by a seasoned maritime lawyer with experience advising global clients in shipping, logistics, and marine insurance. The trainer brings a unique combination of legal expertise and commercial insight from working with shipowners, charterers, and cargo interests, and will use real-life case examples to enrich the sessions.

Registration Information

Join our Live Online ‘Certificate in B/L and Container Transport Law’ Course via Zoom or Teams.

2 days of training

US$700 per delegate

The Course fee includes;

Course presentation notes
A digital PDF copy of your “Certificate of Completion” sent via email

Optional Hard Copy “Certificate of Completion” printed on high-quality paper, delivered by post is available at US$29 if you wish to have one.

Early Bird Discount:

Book in advance with our ‘Early Bird Rate – US$499.

The offer is valid on registrations made at least 15 days in advance. Full payment is needed at the time of registration.

Kindly complete your registration and submit the course enrollment payment through the provided links below.

ONLINE PAYMENT

Early Bird + Multi Delegate Discount

You can combine the Multi Delegate and Early Bird discount programs, and receive a bigger discount for training courses!

The Early Bird Discount Program is applicable for bookings taken and payment received more than 2 weeks before the commencement of the training!

For 2 Delegates, we offer an additional 20% Discount each Delegate (US$399)

Mix & Match Corporate Bundle:

Our Mix & Match Bundle enables you to select any of our training courses in line with your organisation’s needs.

You get 10 courses in this money-saving flexible bundle.

You are able to allocate the courses within the bundle to different individuals.

You have 1 year from initial enrolment to complete the courses in your bundle.

Please get in touch with us for the details.

Self-Funding & Educational Discounts

We appreciate that funding a training course yourself can represent a significant financial burden. As a result, we offer a discount structure for certificate courses to make your private booking more affordable.

If you are a student, private individual, or self-employed and are funding the course booking yourself, you can claim a self-funding discount with any qualifying Certificate course.

Please fill the Self-Funding Application Form here to apply.

Flexible, on-demand program alternative:

Study from the comfort of your own home, with no timetable. Please get in touch with us for the details.

Registration:

Should You Wish to Register Multiple Course Delegates, Please Fill in the Information For Each Delegate

Payment:

Please get in touch with us for payment by bank transfer, or you can use the below link for online payments.

ONLINE PAYMENT

Frequently Asked Questions:

Feel free to explore our detailed FAQ section for additional questions or assistance you may require.

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Comments and Testimonials:

“ The course was very well prepared. I have found useful the interaction with the other participants, who were able to share their own work experiences. I would suggest the course to a colleague. The experience was good, especially for me in order to refresh and add some knowledge. ”

“ I really loved the methodology, practicality and experience of the instructors. Congratulations to everyone and the Academy. ”

“ The tutors’ background knowledge within the industry was valuable. I would suggest, A lot of knowledge learnt and reinforced.”

Renato Campodonico, Italy