Shipping - South Africa
What the team is known for
Clyde & Co is a high-profile global law firm with a well-established presence in South Africa's shipping market. The team primarily acts for ship-owning clients, both domestic and international, with further instructions derived from businesses and cargo interests. It demonstrates notable expertise in ship arrests and hull and cargo claims as well as commercial transactions in the space. Additionally, the firm is active handling shipping disputes, including arbitrations.
Strengths
"The lawyers at Clyde & Co are experts in their field."
Work highlights
Clyde & Co represented the French Ministry of the Armed Forces in a collision damage claim against the owners of MSC 'Susanna'.
Notable practitioners
Arthur James operates a notable maritime insurance practice out of Cape Town, providing advice on coverage issues in instances of collisions and loss of cargo, among other matters. He also has experience in the enforcement of claims. "Arthur James is a really competent all-round lawyer."
