Industry
Maritime
Advice on shipping, ports, cabotage, cargo claims, ship arrest and maritime finance.
Overview
Shipping and port businesses operate under international conventions and Nigerian statutes. We advise shipowners, charterers, cargo interests, port operators and financiers.
We advise on ship registration, the Coastal and Inland Shipping (Cabotage) Act 2003, NIMASA requirements, port concessions, charterparties and bills of lading, ship sale and purchase and vessel financing.
We act in admiralty proceedings at the Federal High Court, including ship arrests, cargo and collision claims, and in maritime arbitration.
What we do
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Vessel Acquisition and Registration
Assisting clients in the acquisition, registration, and flagging of vessels, ensuring compliance with maritime laws and international conventions.
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Maritime Contracts and Charter Parties
Drafting and negotiating maritime contracts, including charter parties, vessel leases, and agreements for maritime services and operations.
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Marine Insurance and Risk Management
Advising on marine insurance policies, risk assessment, claims management, and legal strategies for mitigating maritime risks and liabilities.
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Ship Arrests and Maritime Liens
Assisting in ship arrests, maritime lien enforcement, vessel detention, and legal actions related to maritime debts and obligations.
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Maritime Arbitration and Dispute Resolution
Representing clients in maritime arbitration proceedings, mediations, and alternative dispute resolution methods to resolve maritime disputes efficiently.
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Salvage and Admiralty Matters
Handling salvage claims, admiralty law matters, maritime salvage operations, and salvage agreements for salvors and vessel owners.
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Ship Financing and Mortgages
Advising on ship financing, vessel mortgages, maritime liens, ship finance agreements, and legal aspects of maritime investments.
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Port Development and Operations
Providing legal counsel on port development projects, port operations agreements, terminal leases, and regulatory compliance for port authorities and operators.
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International Maritime Law and Conventions
Navigating international maritime laws, conventions, treaties, and regulations, ensuring clients' compliance with global maritime standards.
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Additional Expertise Maritime Environmental Law and Pollution Prevention
Advising on maritime environmental regulations, pollution prevention measures, and legal compliance for marine environmental protection.
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Maritime Cybersecurity and Data Protection
Addressing cybersecurity risks in the maritime industry, data protection laws, and legal strategies for safeguarding maritime data and communications.
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Maritime Emergency Response and Crisis Management
Developing maritime emergency response plans, crisis management strategies, and legal support during maritime incidents and accidents.
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Maritime Infrastructure Projects and Development
Supporting maritime infrastructure projects, including port expansions, terminal constructions, and offshore installations, with legal guidance and regulatory compliance.
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Maritime Trade and International Shipping Contracts
Assisting in maritime trade agreements, international shipping contracts, bill of lading disputes, and legal aspects of maritime trade and commerce.