Now in its eighth edition, this classic text is a first point of reference for anyone looking to obtain an understanding of chartering practice. It provides hands-on, commercially-focused explanations of chartering in practice and invaluable advice on how the shipping market operates across a broad range of topics. The authors also deal expertly with the legal aspects of chartering and offer numerous case studies which clearly link theory to practice.

This new edition has been fully updated to reflect the changes in chartering practice, legal developments and standard forms since the...