How a “no deal” Brexit could affect your trade marks and design rights
With Brexit never far from the headlines, we explain what a “no deal” Brexit could…
September 27, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Autonomous and AI Ships – innovation and change in the marine industry
This article looks at the rise of AI powered ships and the legal frameworks in…
September 27, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Marine businesses – are your employees employed legally?
The marine sector contributes nearly £40bn to the UK economy each year and supports nearly…
February 10, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Ports to benefit from changes to planning rules
The government’s response to a recent consultation means that ports are likely to gain new…
December 3, 2020 By Chris Tofts
Autonomous vessels raise important issues for marine intellectual property
Recent impressive developments in technology within the marine industry raise important issues for marine businesses…
October 30, 2020 By Stephens Scown
Data Protection in Marine Businesses
Those that attended our October Propel training session, in conjunction with Cornwall Marine Network, will…
October 30, 2020 By Stephens Scown
Permanent moorings and squatter’s rights
Moored boats are a familiar sight on our rivers and waterways – some boats are…
August 20, 2020 By Richard Bagwell
When is a village green not a village green?
What is a village green? When you think of a village green, what comes to…
August 20, 2020 By Richard Bagwell
The Business Bank of Mum and Dad
We have seen a rise in businesses obtaining loan finance from friends, family or business…
July 1, 2020 By Tim Lane
Brexit readiness for marine businesses
As at the date of this article, the British Government has produced some 196 guidance…
July 1, 2020 By Tim Lane
Grant funding for the marine sector- managing the legal risks
Marine-i is making available Rapid Innovation Grants of up to £2,000 to help accelerate innovation…
July 1, 2020 By Tim Lane
What to do with abandoned vessels
Harbour owners will be aware that an abandoned vessel can pose a significant risk to…
July 1, 2020 By Tim Lane