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D&O, Financial Institutions and Regulatory Update (May to September 2026)
By: Antony Holden, Caroline Laband, Michael Cavanaugh and Sophia Lynch After the success of the first edition of the D&O, Financial Institutions and Regulatory Update, released in May, we’re excited to share the May to September update for 2026. The aim of these regular updates is to help you stay ahead of fast-moving changes. This snapshot distils the decisions, enforcement action and reform momentum that we think might matter most. ...
Direct air waybills: the way forward for freight forwarders
By: James Cooper and Marcus Lee At a glance Since 1 July 2026, cargo agents and freight forwarders using Direct Air Waybills may effectively assume shipper-level indemnities and obligations unless otherwise agreed with the air carrier. The effect of the amendments should be considered against the applicable IATA framework (for example, Resolution 809zz in Australia). Cargo agents and freight forwarders should review their carrier and shipper contracts, insurance arrangements, and ...
Get to know Karnan Thirupathy, Partner in our Marine, Trade and Commodities team
We recently caught up with Karnan Thirupathy, Partner in Wotton Kearney's Singapore-based Marine, Trade and Commodities team, to discuss his career, the evolving risk landscape and what excites him most about joining WK. With more than 25 years' experience advising clients across Asia, Karnan specialises in international arbitration and cross-border disputes spanning the marine, trade, commodities and insurance sectors. His arrival, alongside Special Counsel Charlene Sim and their team, significantly ...