The team at Wikborg Rein is valued for providing ‘practical advice that reflects the client’s commercial considerations and risk tolerance’. Seasoned maritime litigator Robert Joiner takes the lead on disputes, working closely with Wole Olufunwa, who has a growing Africa-related practice where he advises on related shipbuilding contracts as well as advising African based EPC contractors over the sale and supply of shipping offshore equipment. Ina Lutchmiah oversees the projects piece, advising vessel owners, managers and contractors on maritime and offshore transactions including EPC contracts, long-term floating production charters, and sale and purchase agreements. Joiner and Lutchmiah co-head the team.
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‘Very capable.’
'Has shipping specialists for any shipping matter, ranging from shipping disputes to ship finance and regulatory compliance.'
'They offer sound and practical advice that reflects the client's commercial considerations and risk tolerance. Well-known for shipping litigation in particular.'
'Ina Lutchmiah is a pleasure to work with - very responsive with quick turnaround time, detailed yet practical analysis.'
'Thoughtful and thorough advice.'
Key clients
- Gard P&I
- Japan P&I
- MS Amlin
- Swedish P&I
- Skuld P&I
- Wellard Singapore
- Berge Bulk Shipping
- North Standard
- BW Group
- China Merchants Financial Leasing
- ICBC Financial Leasing
- Wilhelmsen Ship Management
Work highlights
Successfully managed the tender process and negotiation of definitive agreements with Singapore LNG Corporation for a new Floating Storage and Regasification Unit on behalf of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines.
Advising Britannia P&I HK on salvage, general average and cargo claims in connection with a container vessel grounding in the South Kalimantan straits, Indonesia.
Representing disponent owners who are facing an Inter-Club Agreement cargo claim from their charterers, on behalf of Britannia P&I Singapore.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Ina Lutchmiah; Robert Joiner
Other key lawyers
Wole Olufunwa