Enjoying ‘a preeminent position in the Singapore shipping market’, Oon & Bazul LLP showcases ’excellent depth and breadth of expertise’ in shipping litigation, with notable experience in misdelivery claims, and counts shipowners, shipping lines, operators, underwriters, P&I clubs, shipyards, energy and power generation companies, oil majors, commodities houses and banks among its key roster of clients. ‘An absolute star’, Prakaash Silvam leads the practice and advises on mandates concerning international commodity trade, trade finance, marine insurance and dry shipping, including charterparty and bill of lading disputes, while Bazul Ashhab is highly regarded for his experience in misdelivery claims. Kelly Yap is another key contact in the group.
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‘A strong and cohesive team.’
‘Prakaash Silvam is insightful, and always makes it a point to return calls at the earliest instance.’
‘Oon & Bazul have a preeminent position in the Singapore shipping market. They act in some of the largest disputes and have excellent depth and breadth of expertise.’
‘Prakaash Silvam is a great all-rounder. He is very experienced, legally astute, commercially savvy and a pleasure to work with.’
‘One of the top (if not the top) shipping firms in Singapore. They are incredibly knowledgeable, well-regarded, commercial in their advice and cost effective.’
‘Prakaash Silvam is an absolute star. He exudes confidence and knowledge well beyond his years. He looks for creative ways to resolve problems, and always in a cost effective manner. And finally if all else fails and the matter goes to trial, he fights your corner tooth and nail and to very bitter end.’
‘Christian Teo and Esther Yong are impressive with their attention to detail and incisive analysis.’
Key clients
- ICICI Bank Limited
- Winson Oil Trading Pte Ltd
- Southeaster Maritime Ltd (Owners of the AQUAFREEDOM (IMO No. 9922823)
- ECOBULK SHIPPING INC.
- Ocean Light Shipping Inc
- Fastfreight Pte Ltd
- YASA SHIPMANAGEMENT and TRADING S.A. and Gard P&I Club
- Integra Petrochemicals Pte Ltd
- PT Adidaya Energy Mandiri
- Visa Resources Pte Ltd
Work highlights
- Assisting Winson Oil to defend proceedings brought about by misdelivery of cargo.
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Practice head
Prakaash Silvam
Other key lawyers
Bazul Ashhab; Kelly Yap