The Maritime Law Podcast

Sharon Msiza

A platform where all things Maritime Law are discussed for educational purposes. Various maritime stakeholders are invited to discuss their journey and experience of the Maritime, and laws affecting their operations.

  1. 23/06/2025

    Law and Practice of Ship Arrests in Russia - Bulat Karimov

    In this episode, we’re joined by Bulat Karimov, Research Associate at the Centre for Maritime Law at the National University of Singapore, Head of the Young Committee of the Russian Maritime Law Association, and Associate at NAVICUS.LAW (Russia). We dive into Bulat’s recently published paper, “Law and Practice of Ship Arrest in Russia,” exploring the legal framework governing ship arrest in Russia. He breaks down the statutory basis for arrest, how international rules are interpreted and applied in domestic courts, and walks us through the typical stages of a ship arrest case. Bulat also shares insightful judicial statistics spanning five years, from 2020 to 2024, offering a rare empirical look into enforcement trends and case outcomes.

    47 min

  2. 09/06/2025

    Understanding Ship Sale Transactions - Will Chetwood

    Will Chetwood is a highly respected Senior Shipping Counsel with over 40 years of experience in the maritime legal sector. Recognized by The Legal 500 for his expertise in both dry shipping matters and dispute resolution, Will has built a distinguished career advising on complex shipping transactions and legal challenges across the globe. In this episode, we sit down with Will to explore the intricacies of Ship Sale Transactions. Drawing on decades of hands-on experience, Will walks us through how these transactions are typically structured and concluded, highlighting key legal and commercial considerations that parties must keep in mind. He also sheds light on common challenges that can arise during the process—ranging from contractual pitfalls to regulatory hurdles—and how these can impact the outcome of a deal. To wrap up, Will shares what has kept him passionate about transactional work in shipping over the years. He offers valuable insights into the skills and mindset needed to thrive in this niche but vital area of maritime law.

    30 min

  3. 01/04/2025

    Changing the Course: Engineer to Surveyor - Dorcas Jonah

    In this episode we speak to Dorcas Jonah from Nigeria, who is a qualified Marine Engineer and Surveyor. She is also an advocate for women in the industry and serves on various platforms as a mentor and an ambassador of change. She speaks to us about her journey from being a Marine Engineer to a Marine Surveyor and what both these designations entail from a practical perspective. Dorcas also shares with us the challenges she experienced and the mindset she had in overcoming them. In conclusion, she shares pearls of wisdom with the upcoming experts with an interest in marine engineering and surveying.

    47 min

  4. 24/03/2025

    Journey to being a Marine Engineer - Sabelo Hadebe

    On this episode we speak to a returning guest, Sabelo Hadebe who speaks to us a qualified Marine Engineer. The episode touches on the process of preparing for his exams with the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), and tips on how to ace those exams. He speaks about the importance of structuring your study schedule, consulting with mentors, and working with a partner. Sabelo highlights how these have been fundamental in him acing his exams.

    43 min

  5. 24/09/2024

    Shipping Casualties: The role of a South African Lawyer - Lana Stockton

    We are joined by Lana Stockton, a Partner at Bowmans Law based in Cape Town, in their Shipping and Logistics department. Lana speaks to us about the role of a shipping lawyer when there has been a casualty, and expands on the tasks that they carry out on behalf of their clients, as well as how they interact with other involved parties. The conversation also touches on the skills set that one ought to have, which includes multitasking and networking. In conclusion, we speaks about the role of mentorship and eradicating entry barriers in the industry.

    40 min

  6. 23/09/2024

    The importance of the Oceans Economy - Odwa Mtati

    In this episode we speak to the CEO of the South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI), Mr. Odwa Mtati about the development of the Oceans Economy. Mr. Mtati speaks on the three objectives of SAIMI, namely Advocacy, Research & Innovation, and Education & Training. He expands on how the three have been utilised in the industry to advance conversations about Oceans Economy, and its subsequent development. The conversation also explored the role of the State and various stakeholders in ensuring that South Africa as a whole invests is a well performing maritime State.

    47 min

  7. 08/09/2024

    Maritime Law Practice in India - Hari Narayan

    In this episode we speak to Hari Narayan, a Partner and Maritime Lawyer at United Maritime Law Chambers in India. Hari speaks to us about the practice of maritime law in India, and takes us through some of the provisions of key maritime legislations. The discussion touches on the history of Admiralty Jurisdiction in India, as well as the introduction of the 2017 Admiralty Act. In conclusion, Hari shares some advice for aspiring maritime lawyers in India.

    46 min

  8. 19/08/2024

    Navigating the complexities of the Maritime Industry - Monica Kohli

    In this episode, Monica Kohli who is a Senior Lawyer at Gard P&I speaks to us about her legal journey in the maritime industry. The conversation focuses mainly on her work with various Associations in the industry that seek to promote diversity and transformation in in the shipping industry. She speaks about the work she does with WISTA UK in supporting and training women in the industry, as well as with the IMA. Monica also shares some tips for those interested in joining the industry and how they can make themselves stand out.

    46 min
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A platform where all things Maritime Law are discussed for educational purposes. Various maritime stakeholders are invited to discuss their journey and experience of the Maritime, and laws affecting their operations.

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  • Creator
    Sharon Msiza
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Sharon Msiza
  • Show Website
    The Maritime Law Podcast