Ship Fires And Electric Vehicles – The Evolving Risks Of The Energy Transition

As the global economy moves further towards decarbonisation, the maritime sector finds itself both a facilitator and casualty of the energy transition. This tension is particularly apparent in relation to the carriage of electric vehicles (“EVs”) by sea.

Whilst demand for EVs surges, so too does the incidence of lithium-ion battery fires aboard vessels – potentially catastrophic events which raise operational and safety concerns, as well as complex and evolving legal risks. These fires are fast moving, difficult to control and potentially deadly. For stakeholders in the transport of EVs, this is more than a technical issue, it’s a legal and commercial minefield.

The message is clear: if you are a stakeholder, it is critical that you speak with legal counsel to ensure you have ring-fenced your risk.

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