In Memoriam: James Barnes
The trade world was saddened by the news of the loss of one of our own: Jim Barnes. Below are
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DCW Updates
EU Sanctions Used to Enjoin LC
Lummus Technology Heat Transfer B.V. v. Credit Agricole Corporate Investment Bank involves a EUR 5.1 million (USD 6.
DCW Updates
Letters of Indemnity: Who’s Really Protected?
Recent court cases in Singapore have shone a spotlight on the serious perils of relying on a letter of indemnity (LOI) in lieu of presentation of shipping documents.
DCW Conference Report
2023 ICC Banking Commission Annual Meeting: Executive Summary
The ICC Banking Commission held its 2023 Annual Meeting on 18-19 April 2023 via Zoom, and the DCW Executive Summary follows.
DCW Scam Survey
Former Bank Official and Couple Convicted in Fraud Trial in India
The former Assistant General Manager of Dena Bank and a husband and wife have been convicted of fraud involving a forged letter of credit.
DCW Litigation Digest
Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Ltd. v. Maersk Tankers Singapore Pte. Ltd. [2022]
Beneficiary Lodged Creditor's petition against insolvent Non-Bank Issuer alleging wrongful dishonour.
DCW Updates
Singapore’s eGuarantees Bring Efficiencies to Process
The Singaporean government launched eGuarantee@Gov, a simple and secure digital process whereby businesses and individuals can provide Electronic Bank Guarantees to Singapore Government agencies.
DCW Updates
Energy LEAP Drafts Standby LC Wording for Oil Industry
Energy LEAP, a not-for-profit organisation in which member companies across the oil trading industry work to define standards which offer
DCW Updates
Dubai Hosts Global Trade Facilitation Summit 2023
The 2nd Global Trade Facilitation Summit (GTFS2023), themed “Trade Transformation and Technology”, took place at Dubai Chambers, Dubai, UAE, 13-17 March 2023.
DCW Updates
Standard Chartered’s Sustainable Export LC Programme Takes Root
In August 2022, Standard Chartered announced successful execution of its first Green Trade Export Letter of Credit (LC) programme. The
DCW Articles
Bank Guarantees in Egypt
Amr KAMAL explores integrating ICC's URDG758 into Egypt's commercial law for demand guarantees, emphasizing the advanced nature of Egyptian law in recognizing demand and suretyship guarantees, drawing comparisons with global practices.
