London Shipping Law Centre readies for more action in the downturn

THE London Shipping Law Centre has announced that it will be placing greater emphasis on its role in marine business, following its move to the City of London.

Opened in 1997, the centre has gained a reputation for addressing the legal, regulatory, commercial and political issues affecting merchant shipping.

Founding director Aleka Mandaraka Sheppard said the centre plans a membership drive to enlist more brokers, insurers, bankers and shipowners. In line with its move to new offices within those of Reynolds Technological Inquiries at International House, 1 St Katharine's Way, London E1, the centre has just assumed a broader title: London Shipping Law Centre.

"We stated that there was a need for co-ordinated action in the exchange of maritime information and knowledge by bringing the various industry sectors together at a meeting place for structured as well as informal discussion. To a large extent, we have achieved that," Dr Sheppard told the 100 guests at a reception to mark the launch of the expansion programme.

"We blend the specialist knowledge of judges, lawyers, commercial operators, academics, regulators, insurers and ship professionals. By doing so, we promote the talents which exist across our industry," said Dr Sheppard.

For more information, visit the website at www.london-shipping-law.com.

(Source: www.schednet.com)