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Finding Longitude

How ships, clocks and stars helped solve the longitude problem

by National Maritime Museum, Dunn, Rebekah Higgitt ...

Recommended for viewing on colour device.Official publication of the National Maritime Museum's “Ships, Clocks and Stars” exhibition.300 years ago, amidst growing frustration from the naval community and pressure from the increasing importance of international trade, the British government passed the 1714 Longitude Act. It was an attempt to solve one of the most pressing problems of the age: how ... Read more

$11.99 AUD

Recommended for viewing on colour device.Official publication of the National Maritime Museum's “Ships, Clocks and Stars” exhibition.300 years ago, amidst growing frustration from the naval community and pressure from the increasing importance of international trade, the British government passed the 1714 Longitude Act. It was an attempt to solve one of the most pressing problems of the age: how
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The International Law of the Sea

by Yoshifumi Tanaka ...

This new edition has been fully revised to include up-to-date coverage of essential issues of the international law of the sea. Covering a number of new and important issues, such as the headline debate of migrant movement across the seas, and the definition of islands in light of the South China Sea Arbitration, it also includes chapters on conservation of marine living resources and biological ... Read more

$70.50 AUD

This new edition has been fully revised to include up-to-date coverage of essential issues of the international law of the sea. Covering a number of new and important issues, such as the headline debate of migrant movement across the seas, and the definition of islands in light of the South China Sea Arbitration, it also includes chapters on conservation of marine living resources and biological
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Laws of the Sea

Interdisciplinary Currents

Edited by Irus Braverman ...

Laws of the Sea assembles scholars from law, geography, anthropology, and environmental humanities to consider the possibilities of a critical ocean approach in legal studies.Unlike the United Nations’ monumental Convention on the Law of the Sea, which imagines one comprehensive constitutional framework for governing the ocean, Laws of the Sea approaches oceanic law in plural and dynamic ways. ... Read more

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Laws of the Sea assembles scholars from law, geography, anthropology, and environmental humanities to consider the possibilities of a critical ocean approach in legal studies.Unlike the United Nations’ monumental Convention on the Law of the Sea, which imagines one comprehensive constitutional framework for governing the ocean, Laws of the Sea approaches oceanic law in plural and dynamic ways.
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Human Factors in Remote Ship Operations

Edited by Tae Eun Kim, Are Kristoffer Sydnes, Bjørn-Morten Batalden, Lokukaluge Prasad Perera ...

Human Factors in Remote Ship Operations examines the psychological, ergonomic and cognitive challenges faced by remote ship operators as maritime navigation shifts from traditional crew experience to technology-driven remote monitoring and control.Readers will learn strategies to enhance human performance in remote maritime environments through case studies, best practices and design guidelines. ... Read more

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Human Factors in Remote Ship Operations examines the psychological, ergonomic and cognitive challenges faced by remote ship operators as maritime navigation shifts from traditional crew experience to technology-driven remote monitoring and control.Readers will learn strategies to enhance human performance in remote maritime environments through case studies, best practices and design guidelines.
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Command Companion of Seamanship Techniques

by David House ...

The Command Companion of Seamanship Techniques is the latest work from the well-respected marine author, D J House. It contains all the information needed for command posts at sea. · All aspects of shipboard management are discussed, with special emphasis placed on health and safety. · Guidelines on how to respond to accidents and emergencies at sea · Contains the most recent SOLAS revisions and a ... Read more

$123.46 AUD

The Command Companion of Seamanship Techniques is the latest work from the well-respected marine author, D J House. It contains all the information needed for command posts at sea. · All aspects of shipboard management are discussed, with special emphasis placed on health and safety. · Guidelines on how to respond to accidents and emergencies at sea · Contains the most recent SOLAS revisions and a
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Antarctica in International Law

Edited by Dr Ben Saul, Tim Stephens ...

Antarctica, one of the world's last great wildernesses, presents special challenges for international law. Fears that Antarctica would become a front in the Cold War catalysed agreement on the 1959 Antarctic Treaty which neither legitimised nor challenged the existing sovereign claims to the continent. The unique Antarctic Treaty System has provided the foundation for peaceful, harmonious and ... Read more

$178.19 AUD

Antarctica, one of the world's last great wildernesses, presents special challenges for international law. Fears that Antarctica would become a front in the Cold War catalysed agreement on the 1959 Antarctic Treaty which neither legitimised nor challenged the existing sovereign claims to the continent. The unique Antarctic Treaty System has provided the foundation for peaceful, harmonious and
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Seized!

A Sea Captain's Adventures Battling Pirates and Recovering Stolen Ships in the World's Most Troubled Waters

by Max Hardberger ...

Capt. Max Hardberger uses every trick, tool and tactic at his disposal to right wrongs and out-pirate pirates in this action-packed exposé of the seedy underworld of international shipping. As a professional ship extractor, he risks death and imprisonment in dangerous third-world ports to steal ships from modern buccaneers and corrupt governments and deliver them back to their rightful owners. In ... Read more

$14.99 AUD

Capt. Max Hardberger uses every trick, tool and tactic at his disposal to right wrongs and out-pirate pirates in this action-packed exposé of the seedy underworld of international shipping. As a professional ship extractor, he risks death and imprisonment in dangerous third-world ports to steal ships from modern buccaneers and corrupt governments and deliver them back to their rightful owners. In
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Death of a Whale: The Challenge of Anti-Whaling Activists and Indigenous Rights

by Captain Paul Watson ...

"CAPTAIN PAUL WATSON IS NO STRANGER TO CONTROVERSY. But this particular conflict was more personal than most. His latest book is a fascinating and thought-provoking account of what happened when anti-whaling activists found themselves at odds with tribal rights. Conservationists, eco-warriors, whale protectors, and supporters of Indigenous traditions—as well as anyone who simply loves a good story ... Read more

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"CAPTAIN PAUL WATSON IS NO STRANGER TO CONTROVERSY. But this particular conflict was more personal than most. His latest book is a fascinating and thought-provoking account of what happened when anti-whaling activists found themselves at odds with tribal rights. Conservationists, eco-warriors, whale protectors, and supporters of Indigenous traditions—as well as anyone who simply loves a good story
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The International Law of the Sea

by Tim Stephens, Professor Donald R Rothwell ...

The law of the sea provides for the regulation, management and governance of the ocean spaces that cover over two-thirds of the Earth's surface. This book provides a fresh explanation of the foundational principles of the law of the sea, a critical overview of the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and an analysis of subsequent developments including the many bilateral, regional ... Read more

$69.29 AUD

The law of the sea provides for the regulation, management and governance of the ocean spaces that cover over two-thirds of the Earth's surface. This book provides a fresh explanation of the foundational principles of the law of the sea, a critical overview of the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and an analysis of subsequent developments including the many bilateral, regional
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Sharks: Conservation, Governance and Management

Edited by Erika J. Techera, Natalie Klein ...

Series series Earthscan Oceans
The key aim of this book is to explore the global conservation and management of sharks. There has been a rapid decline in populations of many shark species, while new science has emerged of the critical role they play in marine ecosystems. However, the authors show that conservation law and policy have been slow to develop, with only a small number of iconic species being protected worldwide. The ... Read more

$104.94 AUD

The key aim of this book is to explore the global conservation and management of sharks. There has been a rapid decline in populations of many shark species, while new science has emerged of the critical role they play in marine ecosystems. However, the authors show that conservation law and policy have been slow to develop, with only a small number of iconic species being protected worldwide. The
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Reeds 21st Century Ship Management

by Captain John W Dickie ...

Series series Reeds Professional
The first modern title to cover the varied and complex world of ship management in the 21st century.Ship management has constantly had to evolve to take into account the advancements in technology as well as the demands of the shipping industry. Having internet access and email on board ship has meant that the ship manager has to possess certain sets of skills to function effectively in the post, ... Read more

$48.61 AUD

The first modern title to cover the varied and complex world of ship management in the 21st century.Ship management has constantly had to evolve to take into account the advancements in technology as well as the demands of the shipping industry. Having internet access and email on board ship has meant that the ship manager has to possess certain sets of skills to function effectively in the post,
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Reinsurance and the Law of Aggregation

Event, Occurrence, Cause

by Oliver D. William ...

Series series Contemporary Commercial Law
In excess of loss reinsurance, the reinsurer covers the amount of a loss exceeding the policy’s deductible but not piercing its cover limit. Accordingly, a policy’s quantitative scope of cover is significantly affected by the parties’ agreement of a deductible and a cover limit. Yet, the examination of whether a loss has exceeded deductible or cover limit necessitates an educated understanding of ... Read more

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In excess of loss reinsurance, the reinsurer covers the amount of a loss exceeding the policy’s deductible but not piercing its cover limit. Accordingly, a policy’s quantitative scope of cover is significantly affected by the parties’ agreement of a deductible and a cover limit. Yet, the examination of whether a loss has exceeded deductible or cover limit necessitates an educated understanding of
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Maritime Law

Edited by Yvonne Baatz ...

Series series Maritime and Transport Law Library
Now in its fifth edition, this authoritative guide covers all of the core aspects of maritime law in one distinct volume. Maritime Law is written by a team of leading academics and practitioners, each expert in their own field. Together, they provide clear, concise and fully up-to-date coverage of topics ranging from bills of lading to arrest of ships, all written in an accessible and engaging ... Read more

$152.78 AUD

Now in its fifth edition, this authoritative guide covers all of the core aspects of maritime law in one distinct volume. Maritime Law is written by a team of leading academics and practitioners, each expert in their own field. Together, they provide clear, concise and fully up-to-date coverage of topics ranging from bills of lading to arrest of ships, all written in an accessible and engaging
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Freedom of Navigation and the Law of the Sea

Warships, States and the Use of Force

by Cameron Moore ...

Series series Routledge Research on the Law of the Sea
There has been a recent increase in clashes between warships asserting rights to navigate and states asserting sovereignty over coastal waters. This book argues for a set of rules which respect the rights of coastal states to protect their sovereignty and of warships to navigate lawfully, whilst also outlining the limits of each.The book addresses the issue of the clash between warships and states ... Read more

$44.74 AUD

There has been a recent increase in clashes between warships asserting rights to navigate and states asserting sovereignty over coastal waters. This book argues for a set of rules which respect the rights of coastal states to protect their sovereignty and of warships to navigate lawfully, whilst also outlining the limits of each.The book addresses the issue of the clash between warships and states
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The Poseidon Project

The Struggle to Govern the World's Oceans

by David Bosco ...

A vibrant exploration of past and present controversies surrounding control of the world's oceans. In 1609, the Dutch lawyer Hugo Grotius rejected the idea that even powerful rulers could own the oceans. "A ship sailing through the sea," he wrote, "leaves behind it no more legal right than it does a track." A philosophical and legal battle ensued, but Grotius's view ultimately prevailed. To this ... Read more

$33.32 AUD

A vibrant exploration of past and present controversies surrounding control of the world's oceans. In 1609, the Dutch lawyer Hugo Grotius rejected the idea that even powerful rulers could own the oceans. "A ship sailing through the sea," he wrote, "leaves behind it no more legal right than it does a track." A philosophical and legal battle ensued, but Grotius's view ultimately prevailed. To this
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Marine and Coastal Law

Cases and Materials

by Dennis W. Nixon, Michael J. Daly, Susan E. Farady, Read D. Porter, Julia B. Wyman ...

This extensively updated third edition of the classic casebook Marine and Coastal Law provides readers with an authoritative, comprehensive, and up-to-date guide to landmark laws, regulations, and legal decisions governing the United States' vast marine and coastal resources.This thoroughly revised and updated third edition of the prestigious Marine and Coastal Law casebook provides an essential ... Read more

$145.85 AUD

This extensively updated third edition of the classic casebook Marine and Coastal Law provides readers with an authoritative, comprehensive, and up-to-date guide to landmark laws, regulations, and legal decisions governing the United States' vast marine and coastal resources.This thoroughly revised and updated third edition of the prestigious Marine and Coastal Law casebook provides an essential
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Port Security Management

by Kenneth Christopher, Steven B. Ffflm ...

Sea and freshwater ports are a key component of critical infrastructure and essential for maintaining global and domestic economies. In order to effectively secure a dynamic port facility operation, one must understand the business of maritime commerce. Following in the tradition of its bestselling predecessor, Port Security Management, Second Edit ... Read more

$324.11 AUD

Sea and freshwater ports are a key component of critical infrastructure and essential for maintaining global and domestic economies. In order to effectively secure a dynamic port facility operation, one must understand the business of maritime commerce. Following in the tradition of its bestselling predecessor, Port Security Management, Second Edit
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International Law

by John O'Brien ...

This comprehensive and informative text has been restructured and brought fully up to date in order to explain international law as it stands at the beginning of the twenty-first century. ... Read more

$112.65 AUD

This comprehensive and informative text has been restructured and brought fully up to date in order to explain international law as it stands at the beginning of the twenty-first century.
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Red, White, & Blue Waters: The Legal Frontier No One Talks About

by Sterling Hospedales ...

This book is a brief dissertation exposing the true nature and cause of modern criminal accusations—a subject too often buried beneath legal jargon, societal bias, and media distortion. It is not a defense of wrongdoing, but a call to examine how power structures, cultural fears, and institutional interests shape the public perception of guilt.At its core, this work challenges the machinery of ... Read more

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This book is a brief dissertation exposing the true nature and cause of modern criminal accusations—a subject too often buried beneath legal jargon, societal bias, and media distortion. It is not a defense of wrongdoing, but a call to examine how power structures, cultural fears, and institutional interests shape the public perception of guilt.At its core, this work challenges the machinery of
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War, Terror and Carriage by Sea

by Keith Michel ...

Series series Maritime and Transport Law Library
War, Terror and Carriage by Sea provides a comprehensive legal analysis of the law and practice relating to the impact of war or war related risks, terrorism and piracy on international commercial shipping. It includes a detailed review of: • International Hull Clauses, the Institute War and Strikes Clauses, and by the P&I Associations and War Risk Associations in respect of war, war related, ... Read more

$856.59 AUD

War, Terror and Carriage by Sea provides a comprehensive legal analysis of the law and practice relating to the impact of war or war related risks, terrorism and piracy on international commercial shipping. It includes a detailed review of: • International Hull Clauses, the Institute War and Strikes Clauses, and by the P&I Associations and War Risk Associations in respect of war, war related,
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Reforming Marine and Commercial Insurance Law

by Baris Soyer ...

Series series Lloyd's Insurance Law Library
With reform of warranties, utmost good faith and insurable interest underway, Reforming Marine and Commercial Insurance Law provides a timely and essential analysis of this changing area of marine insurance law. The entire insurance sector is observing and participating in the reform process and this wide interest is reflected in the diversity of extremely high quality contributions to this book. ... Read more

$594.21 AUD

With reform of warranties, utmost good faith and insurable interest underway, Reforming Marine and Commercial Insurance Law provides a timely and essential analysis of this changing area of marine insurance law. The entire insurance sector is observing and participating in the reform process and this wide interest is reflected in the diversity of extremely high quality contributions to this book.
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International Watercourses Law for the 21st Century

The Case of the River Ganges Basin

by Surya P.Subedi ...

This edited volume presents a comprehensive and comparative view of the law of international watercourses with special reference to the issues facing the Ganges River basin. It provides an analysis of the development of international waterways law and outlines the essentials of the UN Convention on non-navigational uses of international watercourses. Focusing on relations between the three ... Read more

$104.94 AUD

This edited volume presents a comprehensive and comparative view of the law of international watercourses with special reference to the issues facing the Ganges River basin. It provides an analysis of the development of international waterways law and outlines the essentials of the UN Convention on non-navigational uses of international watercourses. Focusing on relations between the three
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Managing International Trade Risk

Customs, Revenue and VAT Compliance

by Mark Rowbotham ...

Series series Contemporary Commercial Law
This book provides readers with an authoritative guide to measure, quantify and address customs, VAT and international trade risk, especially with a view to maximising the efficiency of both trade practice and the governance and collection of national revenue associated with the regulation and control of cross-border trade.Delivering expert insight into the rationale behind customs investigations, ... Read more

$532.47 AUD

This book provides readers with an authoritative guide to measure, quantify and address customs, VAT and international trade risk, especially with a view to maximising the efficiency of both trade practice and the governance and collection of national revenue associated with the regulation and control of cross-border trade.Delivering expert insight into the rationale behind customs investigations,
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The York-Antwerp Rules: The Principles and Practice of General Average Adjustment

by N. Geoffrey Hudson, Michael Harvey ...

Series series Lloyd's Shipping Law Library
Written from the perspective of the Average Adjuster, and updated to include a detailed analysis of the new rules adopted in 2016, this book is an essential read for practitioners in maritime law and marine insurance.The book contains:historical references regarding the establishment of General Average from Roman Law onwards;details of the establishment of International rules to achieve uniformity ... Read more

$679.10 AUD

Written from the perspective of the Average Adjuster, and updated to include a detailed analysis of the new rules adopted in 2016, this book is an essential read for practitioners in maritime law and marine insurance.The book contains:historical references regarding the establishment of General Average from Roman Law onwards;details of the establishment of International rules to achieve uniformity
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