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Rocketing diesel: Is force majeure an option?

2026-05-01T09:49:00+01:00

Rocketing fuel prices are obviously affecting the commercial marine industry as much as any other. Ocean Legal’s solicitor Jennie Harris explains why despite the seriousness of the problem, it might not yet qualify for force majeure.