Port & Maritime

Port & Maritime operations are governed by an intricate regulatory framework that addresses port management, shipping, and maritime logistics. These regulations cover vessel registration, cargo handling, international shipping conventions, and environmental compliance. Businesses in the maritime sector must also adhere to customs procedures, safety regulations, and laws related to marine insurance and liability.
We provide comprehensive legal support to shipping companies, port operators, freight forwarders, and logistics providers involved in maritime activities. Our services include advising on port usage agreements, ship chartering contracts, and marine insurance policies. We assist clients with regulatory compliance, licensing, customs clearance, and dispute resolution related to maritime claims, such as cargo damage, delays, and demurrage.
By partnering with us, clients can navigate the complexities of Vietnam’s port and maritime regulations, ensure operational compliance, and manage risks effectively, enabling seamless and efficient maritime operations.

Port Infrastructure Development

We provide comprehensive legal support for port infrastructure development projects, assisting clients in navigating regulatory approvals, securing land use rights, and obtaining construction and operational permits. Our services include advising on project structuring, drafting and negotiating agreements, EPC contracts, and concession agreements, as well as ensuring compliance with environmental impact assessments and safety regulations. We also support clients in managing stakeholder engagements and resolving disputes related to project implementation.

Port Operations and Management

We provide comprehensive legal support for port operations and management, assisting clients with drafting and reviewing port service agreements, concession contracts, and supplier agreements. Our services include advising on regulatory compliance related to safety, customs procedures, environmental protection, and port usage fees. We also support clients in managing disputes related to cargo claims, demurrage, and port access, as well as regulatory audits and inspections.

Shipping and Maritime Contracts

Shipping and Maritime Contracts are critical for defining the rights and obligations of parties involved in maritime operations, such as shipowners, charterers, freight forwarders, and cargo owners. These contracts include charterparty agreements, bills of lading, freight contracts, and ship management agreements.

Our services include advising on key contractual provisions such as payment terms, demurrage, laytime, limitation of liability, and force majeure clauses. We also assist clients in managing disputes arising from breaches of contract, cargo damage, and delays, as well as enforcing claims under maritime contracts.

Environmental and Sustainability Issues

We provide comprehensive legal support to help clients address environmental and sustainability requirements in their port and maritime operations. Our services include advising on compliance with environmental regulations, assisting with the preparation and submission of EIAs, and obtaining necessary permits for projects and operations. We also support clients in implementing sustainability initiatives, such as adopting green shipping practices and waste reduction strategies, and represent them in disputes related to environmental violations or regulatory inspections.

Insurance and Risk Management

Insurance and Risk Management are crucial components of the port and maritime sector, helping businesses mitigate financial losses from unforeseen events such as vessel collisions, cargo damage, environmental incidents, and operational disruptions.

Our services include advising clients on appropriate insurance coverage for vessels, cargo, and infrastructure, drafting and reviewing insurance policies, and assisting in claims management and dispute resolution. We also help clients implement risk management frameworks, including contractual protections, safety protocols, and contingency plans to address potential liabilities.

Dispute Resolution

Key Contacts

Nguyen Quoc Phong

Attorney at Law
Founding Partner

Phan Thi My Loan

Attorney at Law
Senior Associate

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