Carriage of goods by sea is indispensable, not only to the global movement of goods in international trade, but in terms of volume and weight it eclipses all other modes of transportroad, rail or air. Maritime transport today is part of a global, intermodal container business, linking factories by road, rail and ship.
Ülken Law Firm is ideally situated to provide you with legal expertise tailored to maritime business, whether you are a ship owner, trader, operator or financier. We provide legal advice on disputes involving claims for lost, damaged, delayed or hazardous cargo, claims arising out of collisions, personal injury, contract disputes, pollution, claims against vessels, and maritime insurance claims.
We provide transactional advice including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and vessel sales, financing and the full landscape of shipping, logistics, vessel charter, marine terminal, salvage matters. We have experience in assisting both the salvor and the shipowner.
Ülken Law Firm has in-depth knowledge of the regulations for preventing collisions at sea and also practical experience in assisting officers, crew and others involved after a collision has occurred at sea.
Some of the services provided by Ülken Law Firm including but not limited to:
- Reviewing and drafting contracts for the purchase, charter, or operation of ships, as well as contracts for the transportation of cargo
- Advising on international maritime law, including issues related to ship registration, marine insurance, carriage of goods, and marine pollution
- Assisting with customs, trade, and export/import regulations
- Representing clients in disputes with other maritime companies, as well as in disputes with regulatory agencies
- Advising on issues related to the financing, ownership, and operation of shipping companies and vessels
- Providing counsel on compliance with safety and security regulations, such as the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
- Advising on labor and employment issues related to maritime workers, including those governed by the International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions
- Helping clients navigate laws and regulations specific to their location, such as maritime laws of flag states and port states
- Advising on claims and disputes related to ship collisions, salvage, towage and other maritime matters.
- Assisting with the compliance of the ships with the international conventions and regulations such as the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) code, Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC) and the sulphur Emission Control Area (ECA).
- Advising on trade sanctions, embargoes and other trade restriction matters.
It is worth noting that specific laws and regulations that apply to transport ships may vary depending on the type of ship, the flag state and the routes of the ship. Therefore, it is important to work with a lawyer who has experience and knowledge in the specific areas of maritime law that apply to transport ships.
