Global Guide 2026 : Global Market Leaders
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• Considerable strength in a range of areas, advising clients on both wet and dry shipping issues. Regularly mandated by P&I clubs on high-profile collision claims.
• Experience representing a broad client base including ship owners, government entities, P&I clubs and offshore energy groups, as well as banks and marine insurers.
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Clyde always consider commercial interests as well as asserting a legal position.
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Ik Wei Chong is best known for his expertise in cross-border shipping disputes. He divides his time between the firm’s Shanghai and Singapore offices, advising clients on complex international matters.
John Woods, based in New York, advises on a wide range of shipping matters. He is highly skilled in handling contentious issues, including environmental disputes, cargo claims, and hull-related litigation.
Ernest van Buuren, based in Australia, is a leading practitioner in shipping litigation. His clients include shipowners, insurers, and government agencies, reflecting his broad expertise in complex maritime disputes.
Shipping: Litigation
Shipping: Litigation
Shipping: Litigation
Asia-Pacific 2026
Practice area: Shipping
Location: Australia
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