Following years of discussion and preparation, the German maritime law was amended in 2013
The following table lists countries which have imposed bans on vessels fitted with open-loop SOx scrubbers calling at their ports, and on the discharge of washwater from these scrubber systems within their port waters.
German Insurance Premium Tax (IPT)
18/02/2019
Working through the International Group, and with specialist legal support, IG clubs continue to monitor the developing situation in Germany as regards Insurance Premium Tax on clubs' business.
On Wednesday 19th September, the UK P&I Club hosted a seminar for Members, brokers and club correspondents at the Altes Madchen micro-brewery in Hamburg.
Germany - Time Bars
19/01/2017
The German Civil Code provides a general 3 years time bar period which applies to contractual as well as to statutory claims. If a damage or a personal injury is latent long-stop dates of up to 30 years apply.
Hamburg Reception- Wednesday 30th November
21/12/2016
Wednesday 30th November saw the UK P&I Club host it's annual reception in Hamburg.