Thommessen's specialist team is among Norway's leading teams in maritime casualties. We are available 24/7 and assist insurers, owners, charterers and managers in response to all types of maritime casualties. The team handles complex situations both in Norway and internationally and has been involved in several of Norway's most significant casualties.
When required, the team can mobilise and attend on site at short notice. With offices in Oslo, Bergen and Stavanger, we can rapidly deploy personnel to the scene when the situation requires it. We also have extensive experience in managing the consequences of maritime casualties and advise on all legal issues that may arise in connection with an incident at sea.
We mobilise a tailored team with expertise suited to the complexity and development of each matter, providing our clients with comprehensive advice and decision-making support throughout. We work closely with an extensive network of lawyers and technical consultants in Norway and internationally, ensuring our clients rapid access to leading expertise.
Our assistance includes
- On-board investigations and safeguarding the interests of the crew and owner, including representation during police interviews and before the Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority
- Obtaining witness statements and reviewing technical data and other evidence (shipboard investigations)
- Communication with local authorities, flag states and other relevant parties
- Ongoing assessment of factual and legal issues
- Advice on forum selection, limitation of liability, general average, pollution issues and strategic management of the matter
- Advice on guarantees and other forms of security, including arrest
- Negotiating and drafting salvage and wreck removal contracts
- Appointment of and communication with technical experts
- Dispute resolution
In the event of an emergency, we are available 24/7 on our emergency number +47 916 16 888. You may also contact any of the persons listed below or your regular contact at Thommessen.