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Written by Ince & Co partner Paul Herring and consultant Malcolm Strong, the second edition of this book was launched in December 2009.

This work provides a comprehensive, clause-by-clause guide to the use of the Norwegian Saleform in the sale and purchase of ships. As virtually all sales and purchases of second-hand ships are conducted on the Norwegian Saleform, owners, their in-house claims personnel and their FD&D clubs need guidance as to their rights and obligations under this standard form contract. 

Sale of Ships: The Norwegian Saleform has become the leading text book on sale and purchase, and covers the method of buying and selling second-hand ships according to the prevalent form of contract used in the west, the Norwegian Saleform. The second edition features a new chapter on recycling and re-sale contacts, and:

Covers the method of buying and selling second-hand ships according to the Norwegian Saleform

Offers clause-by-clause commentary on the full contract and highlights the very tricky contractual problems that can arise

Provides comparisons with Saleform 87, Nipponsale 93 and Nipponsale 99 and sets out the pitfalls and problems to look out for when drafting contracts

Places the contract in the context of general contract law, the Sale of Goods Act and the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977

Offers an expert clarity and insight into the more doubtful areas of the law

Presents the information in a very practical and easily understood manner

Examines the impact of the recent money laundering legislation

Provides new coverage on the re-sale of newbuildings

Offers expanded coverage of damages Includes a wealth of practical documents including sample letters and memoranda of agreement.


Publisher: Sweet & Maxwell
ISBN: 978 1 84703 452 6
Published: December 2009