ArticleAmendment To The Private Bribery OffenceThe repression of private bribery has always been a sensitive issue at international level.ItalyCriminal LawADVANT Nctm
ArticleThe New Labour Market In Italy: A Quick Overview Of The New Rules And The Challenges Posed By Technological Revolution, Industry 4.0 And GIG EconomyOn 10 May 2017, the new Decree concerning freelancers and smart working was finally enacted in Italy. The adoption of this Decree completes the so called "Jobs Act" project which was made up of...ItalyEmployment and HRADVANT Nctm
ArticleNew Guidelines On The Award Of Concessions For Port-Towage (Part Two)Said further requirements may be divided into two categories: (i) those referring to economic and financial standing and (ii) those referring to technical capabilities.ItalyTransportADVANT Nctm
ArticleThe New Parameters For Evaluating Concession Applications: Nature And Relevance Of The Infrastructure And Superstructure Investment Proposed By An ApplicantAfter the summer break, we are ready to get back to examining the parameters contained in the important circular of the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport ("MIT"), i.e. circular No. 187,ItalyTransportADVANT Nctm
ArticleTimes Of Crisis? Times Of Opportunities! – Measures Of Interest To Maritime And Harbour IndustryAs is well known, with the Law Decree no. 104 of 14 August 2020 (the so-called "August Decree") the Italian government has introduced various measures finalized to support and rescue the economy...ItalyTransportADVANT Nctm
ArticleCore Functions And Permitted Functions In Port Master Plans: Instructions For UseA recent judgment of the Regional Administrative Court of Liguria ("TAR Liguria") provides an interesting key for the interpretation of the provisions of Port Master Plans...ItalyLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationADVANT Nctm
ArticleItalian Anti-Corruption Authority ("ANAC") Rules On Possible Conflict Of Interest Involving Members Of The Management Committee Of Port System AuthoritiesThe Management Committee is the collective body of Port System Authorities hereinafter, "PSAs"), which includes: (i) the President of the PSA, ...ItalyTransportADVANT Nctm
VideoDupes E Tutela Del Brand (Video)Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping intellectual property law through recent European court decisions and regulatory developments. From AI-generated music copyright disputes to trade secret protection in the age of mandatory data sharing, discover the evolving legal landscape where technology meets creative rights. ItalyIntellectual PropertyADVANT Nctm
ArticleThe Proper Management Of The Waste Produced By A Breakdown On Board A ShipLet's start with the facts: in 2012, during a trip from Charleston (United States) to Antwerp (Belgium), a fire occurred on board a container ship.ItalyEnvironmentADVANT Nctm
ArticleDoes The Extension Of Concessions Provided For By The So-called "Relaunch Decree" Also Apply To The Extension Of Business And Investment Plans?As is well known, our government has taken specific measures to deal with the drop in traffic in Italian ports caused by the pandemic and the serious economic consequences for maritime operators.ItalyTransportADVANT Nctm
ArticlePromoting Inland Waterway Transport In The EUThis Article is the first of a series of articles concerning inland waterway transport (hereinafter "IWT") in the EU.European UnionTransportADVANT Nctm
ArticleThe Law Converting The Environmental Decree Has Been Approved: All The Amendments Concerning EIAs And EIA ScreeningOn 10 December, the law Law Decree No. 153 of 17 October 2024, providing ‘Urgent provisions for the environmental protection of the country, the streamlining of environmental assessment and authorization procedures, the promotion of the circular economy.ItalyEnvironmentADVANT Nctm
ArticleEU Court Rules In Kanavape Case: A Big Step Forward For CBDOn 19 November 2020 the Court of Justice of the European Union ruled on one of the most debated and controversial issues of the moment: the marketing of CBD-based products.European UnionCannabis & HempADVANT Nctm
ArticleMedical Malpractice Insurance: Draft Decree Setting Up The New Minimum Requirements For Insurance Policies Covering The Risks Connected To Health Care ActivitiesLast August the draft decree (hereinafter the "Draft Decree") that should regulate coverage minimum requirements and general conditions of insurance policies ItalyInsuranceADVANT Nctm
ArticleA Gangway Detached From A Cruise Ship. Harbour Station, Port Authority, Gangway Manufacturer And Master Of The Ship: Who Is Responsible?With a recent judgment the first criminal division of the Court of Genoa has ruled on an accident caused by the sudden detachment of a boarding gangway fastened to the deck of a cruise ship to allow passengers to board.ItalyTransportADVANT Nctm
Article"To Each His Own": The Italian Ministry Of Infrastructures And Transport Clarifies Who Is Entitled To Carry Out Port OperationsIn our experience, in port areas, it is quite often unclear who can (legitimately) do what, which of course has an adverse impact on competition.ItalyTransportADVANT Nctm
ArticleChanging The Intended Use Of A Port Area: When And How It Is PossibleIn particular, Article 5 of Law No. 84/94 allows changing the Port Master Plan by way of an excerpt variant or Technical and Functional Adjustment.ItalyTransportADVANT Nctm
ArticleTransfer Of Company Shares Subject To Condition: Conduct Requirements For The Parties With A Mixed Potestative Condition PendingBy a judgment of 25 May 2017, the Court of Milan ruled on the non-fulfilment of a mixed potestative condition applying to the company BetaItalyCorporate/Commercial LawADVANT Nctm
ArticleIn-Depth Note: Unified Renewable Energy CodeThe Council of Ministers, during the meeting on 25 November 2024, approved the Unified Renewable Energy Code, a legislative measure aimed at revolutionizing the regulatory framework for renewable energy in Italy.ItalyEnergy and Natural ResourcesADVANT Nctm
ArticleThe Lazio Regional Administrative Court On The P.E.C. And The Exemption From Piloting: Pilots Score A Goal, But The Game Is Still OpenIn previous articles on piloting we focused on the critical issues that mark its organization, tariff setting mechanisms and any distortions of competition that are likely to arise from the current regulatory and organizational structure of this service.ItalyTransportADVANT Nctm