7 August 2026, Friday | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm SGT
Venue: Rajah & Tann Singapore, Marina One West Tower,
9 Straits View, Level 7, Singapore 018937 We are pleased to invite you to this event hosted by Rajah & Tann Singapore and convened by Conference Connection titled “Damages: Dealing with Hedging Losses & Gains." As volatility in commodity and freight markets continues to affect commercial transactions, parties involved in physical trades often use hedging instruments to manage price exposure. When a contract is breached — whether through non-delivery, rejection of cargo, delayed performance or repudiation — questions frequently arise as to whether hedging losses are recoverable, whether hedging gains should be set off, and how such losses should be properly pleaded, evidenced and quantified. Through a review of key cases and practical examples, this session will examine: - Assessing damages for non-delivery and breach of commodity sale contracts.
- When hedging losses are recoverable, and when they are considered too remote or consequential.
- The role of foreseeability, causation and trade practice in hedging loss claims.
- How hedging gains and mitigation measures affect the assessment of damages.
- Practical steps to strengthen the recoverability of hedging losses, including contractual drafting and evidential considerations.
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