Three Functions of Due Diligence Obligations in the Prevention of Vessel-Source Marine Pollution from Arctic Shipping
Abstract
This article addresses the role of a due diligence obligation as a norm to remedy normative deficiencies in the international law of Arctic shipping arising from regulatory gaps. Specifically, three functions of a due diligence obligation are discussed: function as an obligation of conduct, the interstitial function, and the systemic function. It will be argued that through the three functions, to a certain extent, a due diligence obligation can contribute to remedying normative deficiencies in the international legal framework for preventing vessel-source marine pollution from Arctic shipping. At the same time, care must be taken in noting that the application of a due diligence obligation may be under challenges owing to its variable nature.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Arctic and Russian Policy Studies
International Maritime Law Issues
Law
logistics
and international trade
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Ocean Development & International Law
- Volume
- 57
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 25–48
- Publication date
- 2 January 2026
- Language
- EN