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Chambers Review

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What the Team is Known For

Rajah & Tann Asia's pre-eminent shipping law practice is renowned for the size and strength of its litigation team. The firm covers the full range of contentious matters, including ship arrests, bunker payment claims, vessel collisions and casualty dispute cases. The team offers additional strength in ship financing as well as shipping-related restructuring, with clients benefitting from its regional network of offices in South-East Asia. The firm frequently advises international banks and commodity houses, as well as ship owners and judicial managers.

Notable practitioners

Leong Kah Wah, Kian Sing Toh SC and Kendall Tan are key contacts for the firm.

Work Highlights

  • Rajah & Tann Singapore represented COSCO Shipping Specialized Carriers in a maritime dispute regarding an allision between its vessel and a berth operated by another party, with damages claims valued at USD100 million.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

They are very professional and clear in their communications and explaining the risk and reward in the actions we take.

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Rajah & Tann's exceptional expertise in shipping and maritime law, combined with a client-focused approach, sets a remarkable standard in the industry.

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