Clients of Hesketh Henry's transport practice include shipyards, shipbrokers, logistics companies, port agents, marine insurers and P&I clubs, in addition to vessel, yacht and pleasure craft owners and operators. The team is headed by Simon Cartwright, who notably advises on English law contracts, and is adept handling a broad variety of disputes, examples of which include build and repairs, vessel arrests, and claims relating to cargo, collisions and shipbuilding. Alan Sherlock is likewise well-versed in marine insurance matters, whilst associate Colin Hunter is praised for his ‘excellent interpersonal skills’.
Testimonials
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‘Hesketh Henry provide a full schedule of marine legal services, and does so on a level that puts the client at ease without overwhelming them with legal concepts and intricacies. The interaction leaves the client feeling they are dealing with someone who understands and cares about the client's business.'
‘Both Simon Cartwright and Colin Hunter have excellent interpersonal skills, timely comms, availability, and provide quality advice formed of a good blend of legal and commercial considerations.’
Key clients
- Charterers P & I Club
- Maritime Mutual Insurance Association (NZ) Limited
Work highlights
- Successfully obtained a permanent anti-suit injunction on behalf of Maritime Mutual Insurance Association (NZ) Ltd in respect of a certain vessel, understood to be the first successful anti-suit injunction in New Zealand to enforce an arbitration agreement.