UK Guide 2026 : Scotland
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Addleshaw Goddard is highly regarded for its work with a range of clients including banks, ship owners and operators. The team is noted for a strong capability in shipbuilding contracts, ship registration, and vessel sale and purchase. It is also recognised for expertise in offshore operations in the Caspian Sea and frequently handles ship finance matters for both borrowers and lenders.
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Addleshaw Goddard advised a client in relation to the long-term time charter of a wind turbine installation vessel.
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They are the best in class with a knowledge of all things shipping. The team is always on hand for instant legal advice.
Addleshaw Goddard are in a league of their own in the Scottish market for shipping matters.
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Head of the shipping team at Addleshaw Goddard, Edward Watt is well regarded for advising on complex commercial and transactional shipping instructions. He regularly acts for clients on the sale, purchase and registration of commercial vessels, commercial agreements and tender negotiations for major projects and shipbuilding contracts, in addition to advising banks on marine assets.
His commercial vision is very strong. He offers excellent insight into the industry.
Edward is very knowledgeable in this niche area and has a lot of experience in this industry. He is available whenever we need him, delivering timely advice.
Alan Shanks is a ship finance practitioner who frequently advises businesses operating in the Middle East and the Caspian region. He also handles corporate work including transactions for ship-owning companies and the creation of joint ventures.
Chloe Oakshett is an associate who advises clients across a range of contentious and non-contentious maritime issues. She has assisted clients with matters including the sale, purchase and registration of vessels, as well as marine casualties and fleet restructures.
Chloe is great to work with.
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