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MFB provides ‘top-level service to the shipping sector’, with expertise that extends to both wet and dry shipping matters, and encompasses contentious and non-contentious issues. Edward Gray leads the team, which counts shipowners, shipyards and charterers among its clients. Kevin Cooper focuses on casualties and also has a vibrant yacht and superyacht practice. Disputes related to charterparties and bills of lading form the core of Mark Seward’s advisory portfolio; ‘the very knowledgeable and experienced’ Simon Wolsey also focuses on contentious shipping work. Clients turn to Ingolf Kaiser on matters of sustainability, LNG issues and electronic bills of lading.

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  • 'They are a leading firm providing top-level service to the shipping sector. They stand out for the quality of advice, speed, and efficiency.'
  • 'MFB are one of the leading boutique shipping firms offering top-quality advice.'
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Key clients

  • Standard Club
  • Gard
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Work highlights

  • Advising Japanese client “K” Line (Europe) Ltd, which was sued for £7m for breach of contract by an English haulage company.
  • Advising the operators of the “ONE APUS” and its insurers in relation to the largest ever loss of containers from a vessel at sea, with potential claims of up to $200m.
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