Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1992: Primary UK legislation governing the rights and liabilities in relation to the carriage of goods by sea, particularly focusing on bills of lading and similar documents
Merchant Shipping Act 1995: Comprehensive legislation covering various aspects of merchant shipping including safety, registration, and crew matters
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing contracts for the supply of goods and services, including implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Key legislation dealing with the sale of goods, including contractual obligations and rights between buyers and sellers
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Legislation allowing third parties to enforce terms of contracts that benefit them, relevant for shipping contracts involving multiple parties
Hague-Visby Rules: International convention establishing standard terms for bills of lading in international trade, setting carrier liability rules
Hamburg Rules: UN Convention establishing alternative rules for international carriage of goods by sea, though less widely adopted than Hague-Visby
Rotterdam Rules: Modern international convention on carriage of goods by sea (not yet in force in UK but important to consider for future developments)
Merchant Shipping (Cargo Ship Construction) Regulations 1997: Specific regulations governing the construction and safety standards for cargo ships
Merchant Shipping (Safety of Navigation) Regulations 2020: Recent regulations covering safety requirements for navigation and vessel operation
EU Retained Law: Former EU regulations and directives retained in UK law post-Brexit relating to shipping and transport
IMO Regulations: International Maritime Organization rules governing various aspects of international shipping safety and environmental protection
Liability Provisions: Legal requirements regarding allocation of risk and responsibility between parties in shipping contracts
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory and recommended insurance coverage for shipping operations and cargo
Documentation Requirements: Legal requirements for shipping documentation including bills of lading, manifests, and certificates
Health and Safety Regulations: Workplace safety requirements applicable to shipping operations and cargo handling
Environmental Protection Requirements: Regulations governing environmental impact of shipping activities including pollution prevention
Customs and Excise Regulations: Requirements for import/export procedures, duties, and customs clearance
Data Protection Laws: UK GDPR and data protection requirements applicable to handling personal and commercial data in shipping operations
Anti-bribery and Corruption Laws: Compliance requirements under UK Bribery Act and related anti-corruption legislation
Sanctions Compliance: Requirements for compliance with international trade sanctions and restricted party screening
