About Alexandra Bailey

Alexandra hails from a litigation and commercial shipping background of over 20 years comprising time spent in private practice with a “Legal 500 Tier 1 Shipping Law Firm”, as well as working for a variety of colourful owners in their operations and claims teams. She has also spent 14 years out in the Middle East.

First Ever Manila Statement Issued on Fair Treatment of Seafarers

November 15, 2018 by Alexandra Bailey

A meeting was held on 13 November in Manila, between senior government representatives from Asia’s leading maritime nations regarding the treatment of seafarers. Also present at the meeting was a large cross section of the Asian and international shipping community, from ship owners and casualty investigators, to prosecutors and auditors, as well as the seafarers … [Read more...]

Blockchain in Shipping: Is It Here to Stay?

November 9, 2018 by Alexandra Bailey

"Blockchain" is now a familiar word, even if a large portion of us in the shipping industry are not actually using such technology yet. But, is this new visitor here to stay? Certainly the likes of Maersk seem to think so, and with a certain degree of success. Over 90 companies have signed up already to the Maersk and IBM-initiated digital supply chain known as … [Read more...]

Spain’s Most Expensive Cruise Ship Launched for Ritz-Carlton

October 17, 2018 by Alexandra Bailey

This month saw the launch of the first of three luxury "cruising yachts" for the Ritz-Carlton hotel chain. The launch heralds the entry of Ritz-Carlton into the luxury yachting and cruising market. The first vessel, reportedly called the "Ritz Carlton One" and capable of transporting 298 passengers, is under construction at the Hijos de J. Barreras shipyard in Vigo, … [Read more...]

P&O Master On Trial in France Over Cruise Ship Sulphur Limit Violation

October 10, 2018 by Alexandra Bailey

The U.S. Master of P&O operated cruise ship "Azura" is currently facing unprecedented charges brought against him by French prosecutors for the violation of European pollution limits. Master Evans Hoyt potentially faces a one-year prison sentence and/or a fine of up to EUR200,000. This Monday marked the start of Mr. Hoyt's trial before the Criminal Court of … [Read more...]