The logistics industry is one of the oldest in the world. Ever since man started sailing, conquering the high seas in hopes of trading goods between one another, businesses and marketplaces have flourished in the port cities. Looking ahead several centuries to the modern day, where we have established organisations that rely on computer-based technologies for everything from navigation and communications to financial and business transactions. Today, shipping and aviation play a vital role in the UAE’s economy as a strategic trade hub and home to the busiest port in the Middle East.

In order to support this massive industry, we at Fichte & Co have a team of experienced Logistics and Maritime Lawyers focused on helping our esteemed clients adapt, diversify and grow under all market conditions. With vast experience and expertise in regional and global laws, we deliver comprehensive solutions to our clients, assisting them in adapting and responding to the latest challenges brought upon by regulatory changes and geopolitical status. Our legal counsellors work hand-in-hand with other connected sectors including energy & infrastructure and the insurance teams to enable cross-sector support whenever necessary.

International Trade & Commodity Finance

  • Revolving secured and unsecured credit facilities and syndicated transactions
  • Trade credit insurance policies
  • Swaps, hedges and derivatives
  • Borrowing base facilities
  • Reserve based facilities
  • Warehouse stock and inventory financing
  • Export credit agency (ECA) financing
  • Discounting, forfaiting and debt
  • Supply chain financing
  • Letters of Credit, UCP 600 and guarantees
  • Sharia compliant finance

Ship Finance

  • Corporate Structures & Joint Ventures
  • Loan Agreements
  • Finance Lease Agreements
  • Private Equity
  • Structured and Syndicated Financing
  • Refinancing, Restructuring & Insolvency
  • Islamic Finance

Ship Sale & Purchase

  • S&P Agreements
  • S&P Disputes
  • Escrow Arrangements

Ship Building & Ship Repair

  • Shipbuilding Contracts
  • Ship & Mortgage Registration
  • Conversion & Repair of Ships and Offshore Installations

Yachts & Superyachts

  • Yacht Building Contracts
  • S&P Agreements
  • Yacht Finance
  • Regulatory & Compliance
  • Insurance
  • Crew Employment
  • Accidents & Claims

Ports & Terminals

  • Investment
  • Development
  • Operation
  • Port Rules and Regulations
  • Finance
  • Lease Agreements
  • Concession & Sub-concession Agreements
  • Usufruct Agreements
  • Asset Transfer Agreements
  • Cargo & Port Claims

Wet shipping

  • Collisions/allisions
  • Casualty
  • Salvage/LOF matters
  • Grounding
  • Partial/general average
  • Marine pollution

Marine insurance

  • FD&D, H&M and P&I insurance
  • Cargo insurance
  • Credit & political risks
  • Energy offshore & onshore
  • Coverage advice & defense
  • Subrogated recoveries

Charterparties Disputes

  • Speed & consumption claims
  • Apportionment of cargo claims between owner & charterer
  • Cargo quantity disputes
  • Non performance claims
  • Bunker disputes / claims
  • Laytime & demurrage disputes
  • Off hire claims
  • Agency disputes
  • Unlawful deviation
  • Notice of readiness disputes
  • Frustration of contract
  • Apportionment of costs and expenses
  • Cargo-worthiness
  • Payment of freight or hire
  • Lien on cargo, bunker or vessel
  • Delivery and redelivery of the ship

Cargo Claims

  • Handling damages
  • Seawater and rain-water wetting
  • Loss over board
  • Non-delivery, wrong delivery, shortage of cargo
  • Commingling or contamination of cargoes
  • Theft and robbery
  • Insufficient care in transit (cooling, ventilation, etc)
  • Fire damage
  • General Average contributions

Dry shipping

  • Ship arrests
  • Cargo claims
  • Charterparty disputes
  • Ship management
  • Employment matters

International Shipping Disputes

  • Ship chartering disputes
  • Ships Bunkering claims
  • Ship arrest and enforcement
  • Ships Mortgage litigation and enforcement
  • Affreightment contracts disputes
  • Shipbuilding contracts disputes

Aviation

At Fichte & Co, our team of dedicated aviation law specialists is committed to providing comprehensive legal services to global and UAE-based airline service providers, manufacturers, and financiers. Our expertise spans the entire spectrum of aviation law, covering commercial, regulatory, and insurance aspects.
We excel in navigating the intricacies of aircraft leasing and financing, bringing a wealth of knowledge to the legalities surrounding these transactions. Our highly skilled aviation litigators are adept at handling a wide range of issues, from insolvency and restructuring to emission trading rules and the complexities of aircraft disasters and accidents.

Comprising some of the industry’s best legal advisors and local advocates, Fichte & Co offers full-service commercial and corporate legal solutions, along with expert dispute resolution services.

Our legal expertise extends to various aspects of aviation law, including Conditional Sales Contracts, Conveyance, Federal Airway, Foreign Air Carrier, Foreign Air Commerce, Intrastate Air Transportation, Landing Area, Mail, Navigable Airspace, Navigable Aircraft, Propeller, Public Aircraft, Spare Part, State Authority, Civil Aviation Law, General Civil Aviation Authority Law, Air Transport Pilot’s Licence, and Aviation Policy Consultative.

Choose Fichte & Co for unparalleled legal guidance and unwavering commitment to your aviation legal needs. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ensuring your success in the dynamic aviation industry.

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