Lauded for its ‘extensive knowledge of maritime matters’, the team at Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP is well placed to advise shipowners, insurers, charterers, suppliers and P&I clubs on ship finance, shipbuilding and repair mandates. The group is also equipped to handle claims relating to fires, damages, pollution and casualties. Leadership of the group is shared between Juan Alegre, who focuses on shipping and international trade matters; Bernardo Ruiz Lima, who handles shipping insurance claims, logistics and transport issues, and salvage proceedings; Gonzalo Alvar, who is skilled in contractual work; and Victor Mata, whose expertise covers personal injury cases, contractual disputes and salvage proceedings.
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‘The team has extensive knowledge of maritime matters, so you feel very secure when you entrust them with a matter. The clarity and detail when reporting on strengths and weaknesses, the probability of success and the clarity of their fees are greatly appreciated. Also noteworthy is the constant updating of files, which makes it easier for the client to have a clear and frequent view of their status.'
‘Bernardo Ruiz and Victor Mata stand out. Both have a long career in the sector but their interest and involvement in the cases has not diminished.'
'Very professional. Deep knowledge of maritime law. A very good personal relationship with the client.'
Clients clés
- Boluda
- Grupo Ortiz
- SASEMAR
- NorthStandard P&I Club
- Maersk
- Liberty Lines
- Astilleros de Murueta
- MSC Shipping
- Pantaenius
- Royal Sun Alliance (RSA)
Points forts
- Represented NorthStandard Club and its Member Mediterranean Shipping Company following the allision of M/V MSC MIA with a number of cranes at a terminal in Valencia.
- Represented the owners of M/Y Paradise in proceedings related to the collision with M/Y Saint Nicolas at Port Adriano, Mallorca and advising on the limitation of liability proceedings.
- Advised Italian ship owning company Liberty Lines on the implementation of Spanish tax lease financing structures related to the construction of nine ferry vessels by a Spanish shipyard.
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Responsable de la pratique
Juan Alegre; Bernardo Ruiz Lima; Gonzalo Alvar; Victor Mata