Selmer‘s offshore construction team is adept at assisting its roster of contractors and suppliers, with a growing presence in cross-border work. Co-head Nicolai Myren has recently been active in international EPCI offshore projects, with particular experience in negotiations of subsea installation, drilling rig, and shipping contracts. Co-head Martin Tandstad Ege has well-rounded experience in all areas of offshore projects, assisting clients from the tender stage to claims handling. Other key names at the firm are Andreas Kyllingstad and Gina Amalie Kleveland, both key contacts for contractual matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Advokatfirmaet Selmer's energy team demonstrates strong industry understanding and maintains an impressive level of responsiveness that sets them apart in the market. The team's deep sector knowledge enables them to navigate complex matters with precision and commercial awareness.’
- ‘Martin Tandstad Ege stands out. His valuable experience as a former in-house counsel translates into practical, business-focused advice that resonates with clients' commercial objectives. This background allows him to operate seamlessly as an integrated part of his clients' teams, understanding their internal processes and strategic priorities in a way that enhances the quality and relevance of his legal guidance.’
- ‘Selmer’s offshore construction practice stands out for its promptness, industry knowledge, and commercial understanding. Their in-house experience within the offshore sector gives them a unique ability to provide practical, tailored advice that aligns with the realities of our business. The team is highly skilled in handling complex legal matters, including contracts, disputes, and negotiations, both in Norway and internationally. Their responsiveness and ability to deliver results efficiently make them a trusted partner in our operations.’
- ‘Martin Tanstad Ege, Nicolai Myren and Andreas Kyllingstad are exceptional individuals who bring a solid understanding of the offshore industry. Their in-house experience within the sector ensures they provide commercially focused and practical advice.’
- ‘Martin and Nicolai are highly responsive and skilled in negotiating and managing complex contracts, while Andreas's expertise in arbitration and his practical approach make him a standout non-partner advisor. I think their hands-on approach and experience within the sector set them apart from competitors.’
- ‘The Selmer team, led by Nicolai Myren, has very good insight and understanding of the subsea business and applicable standard contracts used in this segment. Myren has, furthermore, an exceptional commercial approach in relation to strategies for solving claims either by negotiation or arbitration.’
Key clients
- Acta Marine
- Altera
- COSL
- eSEA Group
- GMC Marine Partners
- Halliburton
- Havfram
- IK-Group
- IKM
- Intelligent Mud Solutions
- Izomax
- Kabal
Work highlights
Assisted Havfram on the negotiations of multiple contracts for the installation of wind turbines for offshore wind parks in a number of European jurisdictions.
Advised Ocean Installer on multiple tenders during the reporting period, among other Teal West Development for Anasuria Hibiscus UK, a Subsea Line Modification Project for Equinor, and a SURF-EPCI contract for Equinor for the Phase 3 development of the Troll field.
Advised KANFA in relation to a project with execution and delivery in the Middle East when geopolitical developments in the region required rapid changes to the planned execution model.
Practice head
Nicolai Myren; Martin Tandstad Ege
Other key lawyers
Andreas Kyllingstad; Gina Amalie Kleveland