The York-Antwerp Rules: The Principles and Practice of General Average Adjustment

This book serves as a crucial resource for maritime law practitioners, detailing the evolution and principles of General Average adjustment.

Written from the perspective of an Average Adjuster, The York-Antwerp Rules: The Principles and Practice of General Average Adjustment offers a comprehensive examination of maritime law and marine insurance. This updated edition includes a thorough analysis of the new rules adopted in 2016, making it an invaluable resource for practitioners in the field. It provides insights into the historical development of General Average, tracing its roots from Roman Law to contemporary practices.

The book covers significant historical references concerning the establishment of General Average, including the evolution of International rules aimed at achieving uniformity in the adjustment process. Readers will find detailed discussions on key milestones such as the Glasgow Resolutions of 1860, the York Rules of 1864, and the various iterations of the York-Antwerp Rules from 1877 through to the 2016 guidelines. This historical context enriches the understanding of how these rules have shaped current practices.

In addition to the historical analysis, The York-Antwerp Rules provides a detailed exploration of the 2016 York-Antwerp Rules, CMI Guidelines related to General Average, and essential topics such as general average security and absorption clauses. New to this edition is a focus on the insurance of average disbursements, ensuring that readers are well-equipped with the latest information and practices in this complex area of maritime law.