About
Provided by Addleshaw Goddard LLP
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https://www.addleshawgoddard.com/en/sectors/transport/shipping/
Chambers Review
Addleshaw Goddard is highly regarded for its work with a range of clients including banks, ship owners and operators. The team is noted for 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.
Work Highlights
- Addleshaw Goddard advised ASDA in connection with the procurement and tenders to major ocean carriers for the award of vessel space, as well as on shipping contracts and agreements.
Notable Practitioners
Head of the shipping team at Addleshaw Goddard, Ed 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.
"Edward provides very clear and pragmatic advice in respect of shipping matters."
"He is pleasant to work with, swift and responsive."
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.
"At all times his availability, commercial awareness and level of service has been second to none."
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 casualty and fleet re-structures.