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The emergence of modern Norwegian society was heavily influenced by the shipping industry, and Norway is currently the world’s fifth largest shipping nation by value. Thommessen’s clients include a number of major Norwegian and international market players.

Our lawyers assist on all types of shipping-related instructions. We have a leading position on shipping transactions and marine insurance, and have extensive experience with dispute resolution in the shipping industry. Our expertise includes assisting shipping companies when accidents occur.

We find the best solutions for our clients by adopting an interdisciplinary approach. We advise shipping companies on shipping taxation in tandem with our top tax lawyers. We also have extensive experience with the structuring and restructuring of shipping companies and other ship financing and company law matters.

Thommessen has comprehensive maritime law expertise, and our lawyers have contributed to the drafting of Norwegian legislation and have influenced legal developments over the years. The Norwegian maritime industry is characterised by a unique capacity for innovation, and we are experienced in addressing new legal issues that arise in the wake of technological innovations that may not be anticipated by the regulatory framework. Our lawyers are updated on trends and developments, and offer clients flexible solutions suited for a continuously changing market. 

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Shipping - Norway

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What the Team is Known For

Thommessen boasts a broad client roster comprising P&I clubs, shipping companies and suppliers to the shipping industry. It has full-service capabilities, with lawyers ready to assist with a plethora of matters. The group advises on newbuild contracts for, and the financing of, container vessels and bulk carriers, and also handles sale and leaseback transactions. The team is equally strong in disputes, particularly in complex marine insurance claims.

Work Highlights

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  • Thommessen advised Hunter Group on the disposal of four VLCCs.

Strengths

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"The department has an outstanding ability to manage nuanced and complex issues, with a keen eye for detail whilst keeping a holistic, business-oriented perspective. It is always very responsive, service-minded and skilled at keeping up momentum throughout the project."

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"Thommessen has probably the best marine insurance law team in Norway. It is always well prepared, available and quick to respond."

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"It is definitely one of the best teams in Norway. It has a wide range of industry experts with excellent knowledge and understanding of our business."

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"The depth and breadth of the team is excellent."

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"The practice knows us well and has excellent knowledge with regard to ship finance. Being one of the biggest law firms in Norway, it can also draw on colleagues with specific knowledge if needed."

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Notable Practitioners

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Henrik Hagberg
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Henrik Hagberg
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Henrik Hagberg is a top-tier practitioner in corporate and commercial mandates in the maritime sector. He is frequently seen advising on sale and leaseback transactions, and he offers additional experience in contentious shipping matters, representing clients before the Oslo District Court and the Court of Appeal.

"Henrik Hagberg is the best shipping lawyer in Norway."

"He is very good on all maritime-related topics."

"Henrik is the perfect lawyer in all aspects."

"He is a top shipping lawyer with particular expertise in commercial contracts and transactions."

"He is creative with a strong commercial understanding."

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Andreas Meidell
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Andreas Meidell
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Band 2

Andreas Meidell is well known as an insurance specialist with notable experience in shipping cases. He acts for major international marine insurers and their insureds on disputes arising from collisions or groundings. He also handles arbitration mandates.

"Andreas Meidell is the preeminent insurance lawyer in Norway."

"He is probably the best marine insurance lawyer in Norway."

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Ellen Teresa Heyerdahl
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Ellen Teresa Heyerdahl
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Band 2

Ellen Teresa Heyerdahl is renowned for her experience acting on finance and restructuring mandates in the sector, including assisting clients with the financing of shipbuilding contracts.

"Ellen Teresa Heyerdahl has a unique understanding of the client's needs."

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Mads Haavardsholm
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Mads Haavardsholm
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Band 2

Advancing in the rankings, Mads Haavardsholm has experience assisting ship owners with sale and leaseback transactions. He demonstrates additional expertise in M&A in the shipping sector.

"Mads always walks the extra mile to take care of his client's interests."

"Mads Haavardsholm is very strong."

"He is our go-to counsel for shipping-related questions. He is very responsive."

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Shipping: Corporate/Commercial
Henrik Hagberg
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Henrik Hagberg
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Band 1
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Mads Haavardsholm
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Mads Haavardsholm
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Band 2
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Shipping: Dispute Resolution
Andreas Meidell
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Andreas Meidell
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Henrik Hagberg
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Henrik Hagberg
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Shipping: Finance
Ellen Teresa Heyerdahl
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Ellen Teresa Heyerdahl
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Members

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Bjørn Sande Urtegaard

Espen Ommedal

Hans Olav Lindal

Jan Brudvik

Jan Greve

Mads Haavardsholm

Mads Haavardsholm

Head of Department

Rune Ulriksen Steinsland

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