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DCW Monthly: January 2026
We start 2026 with a focus on how courts, technology, and compliance realities are testing frameworks that were largely built
DCW Litigation Digest
The “Navig8 Ametrine” [2022]
In a complex legal saga involving the purchase of light naphtha, a letter of credit mishap, and a cargo delivery dispute, the High Court of Singapore explores issues of contractual breach, the lawful holder status of bills of lading, and the application of English and Singapore law.
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DCW Litigation Digest
Petefish Skiles & Co v. Meads-Maes USA Chiren Joint Venture Company [2025]
Case raises important questions and concerns about a URDG guarantee issuer’s obligations and distinguishing an independent bank guarantee from an escrow account arrangement.
DCW Conference Report
2025 Americas LC Law Summit: Executive Summary
For the 26th consecutive year, the IIBLP conducted its one-day Americas Letter of Credit Law Summit. Held in New York City on 5 November 2025 and hosted by Baker McKenzie, the program was organized as a hybrid event. This Executive Summary provides an overview of key topics discussed and debated.
DCW Litigation Digest
Luoyang Aviation Construction Co. v. Korea Kookmin Bank [2025]
Case heard by China's Supreme People’s Court deals with questions regarding alleged fraud and the nature of a transferable credit under UCP600 Article 38.
DCW Litigation Digest
ANZ Bank, Manila Branch v. China National Electric Engineering Co., Ltd. & Bank of Jiangsu [2024]
Retrial application dismissed in case involving a dispute over alleged fraud and application the PRC Independent Guarantee Provisions to a standby LC governed by ISP98.