Shipping

Mulla & Mulla & Craigie Blunt & Caroe has an outstanding Mumbai-based practice, respected in the industry for handling the full range of shipping matters. The firm takes on ship financing, charter party agreements, shipbuilding contracts and marine insurance, as well as contentious matters such as charter party disputes and damages claims. The team acts regularly for well-known shipyards, owners, banks and insurers and maintains a roster of both domestic and international clients. It also advises on floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) matters and other energy-related issues. The practice regularly advises on international arbitration and enforcement matters, often before the Bombay and Gujarat High Courts.

"They are prompt and responsive and offer good commercial advice."

"What seems for us a very complex matter can sometimes be transformed through very fast and proper advice."

Mulla & Mulla acted for HDFC Bank in relation to two loan facilities advanced to Seven Islands Shipping to part-finance the acquisition cost of two oil tanker vessels.

Shardul Thacker is a prominent lawyer in the Mumbai shipping market, advising on the full spectrum of wet and dry shipping matters. "He's the best and most experienced shipping lawyer in India." "Shardul is very formidable because of his knowledge of the law and his experience. He is a very safe pair of hands."

Divya Dharod is a senior associate in Mumbai who often handles advisory matters, including charter party agreements. She is well placed to advise on FSRU agreements. "Divya provides a very high service level and is always able to help us quickly with extensive advice and consultation." "She understands client service, the commercial side and the timelines."