England - London • Transport

DWF

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DWF is acknowledged for its strengths in shipping dispute resolution, where the firm is regularly engaged by a range of stakeholders to act in claims arising out of casualties, cargo contamination, or ports and terminals issues. Jonathan Moss leads the firm’s London marine and trade practice and acts as global head of the transport sector, while insurance specialist David Abbott steers the global risks group. Director Peter Olymbios handles both international and cross-border disputes, and Radhika Ruparelia‘s advisory portfolio covers contracts and commodity claims, among others.

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Testimonials

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  • 'A focused, yet substantial team of shipping specialist that tailors its service to our needs. A strong network of correspondents in virtually all countries that the team is able to tap into.'
  • 'Jonathan Moss, a hugely talented shipping lawyer, has a deep understanding of the shipping sector - his fluency in the French language has been vital in resolving complex disputes in some African countries. A cool and collected character that approaches matters in a commercial fashion.'

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Key clients

  • Essar Oil
  • Vallis Group Ltd, previously Vallis Commodities Ltd

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Work highlights

  • Advised Vallis Commodities Ltd in a claim brought by an investment bank (Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC) for the alleged loss of sugar from a production and storage facility in Ghana held as security for a loan to a third party.
  • Advised Gulf Petrochem on the recovery of outstanding sums arising from various contracts in respect of international commodities trades.

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