DCW Updates
DCW Monthly: August 2025
From courtrooms in Illinois to conference halls in Singapore, this issue unpacks the rulings, risks, and rule debates in today’
DCW Feature
ICC Opinions: Why has Usage Reduced?
Writing as a trade finance professional with a long background in the business, Dave Meynell offers his personal views on factors contributing to the sharp reduction in ICC Official Opinions issued over the past several years.
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DCW Updates
DCW Monthly: August 2025
From courtrooms in Illinois to conference halls in Singapore, this issue unpacks the rulings, risks, and rule debates in today’
DCW Articles
LCs That Contain a Law and Jurisdiction Clause
Given the success of practice rules and banks’ ability to more readily find resources for the proper interpretation of the rule sets, does it not make sense to avoid inclusion of a governing law or jurisdiction clause?
August 2025
Automatic Extension LC Issues
The recent case of Illinois DNR v. Regions Bank illustrates the importance of clear wording of automatic extension clauses and issuing banks including a final expiration date in their standbys.
DCW Articles
Charter Party Bill of Lading (CPBL) Operations: Navigating Risks and Mitigation Measures
CPBLs, governed by UCP600 Article 22 and addressed in several ISBP821 paragraphs, are required under credits for certain types of shipments. It is important to appreciate the operational aspects, risks, and risk mitigation techniques of CPBLs.
