Maritime Law: A Handbook of Admiralty Jurisdiction, Shipping, and the Law of the Sea

Maritime law is the legal backbone of global trade, shaping how ships operate, how goods move across oceans, and how risks are managed in one of the world’s most international industries. This book offers a clear, authoritative, and engaging guide to maritime law, designed to make a complex subject accessible without sacrificing depth or precision.

Covering everything from admiralty jurisdiction, ship ownership, charterparties, carriage of goods, marine insurance, and maritime claims to contemporary issues such as environmental protection, maritime security, digitalization, autonomous vessels, and climate change regulation, this book provides a complete and structured overview of the field. Each chapter explains not only what the law is, but why it exists and how it operates in real maritime practice.

Written for law students and anyone interested in admiralty law, this handbook balances academic rigor with practical clarity. Its consistent structure, clear explanations, and comprehensive scope make it ideal for university courses, professional reference, and self study. Comparative perspectives and international frameworks are woven throughout, reflecting the truly global nature of maritime law.

Whether you are studying maritime law for the first time or seeking a reliable reference on the law of the sea, this handbook will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to understand maritime legal principles in a rapidly evolving world.