Global Specialty Marine

We work with shipowners and insurers to quickly resolve a wide range of hull and machinery claims, including particular average, total and constructive total loss, sue and labour claims and any other associated losses. Whether we are producing a full adjustment of claim or offering an independent opinion on specific claim related aspects, we utilise practical experience and professional expertise to promote prompt and fair resolutions for all parties. With our highly experienced team, we look to identify potential issues at an early stage and provide advice to assist stakeholders in their decision making, as well as helping with any difficulties or disputes that may arise between parties. We also work closely with insurance brokers to help them provide the best possible claims experience for their clients.

In a general average (GA) claim, where parties involved in the common maritime adventure share GA sacrifice and expenditures, our average adjusters guide the parties involved and manage the whole process of the GA claim from initial practical advice on the casualty, potential claims and options available to owners, any declaration of GA, obtaining securities, preparing adjustments, calculating contributory values and assessing damage claims, collecting contributions and managing distributions, aiming to move the claim forward and settle it swiftly and accurately.

We offer similar services for salvage situations, either alongside the GA claim or independently for salvors. With expertise in the aftermath of marine incidents we can offer timely and professional advice on complex salvage claims, obtain any securities from property interests for salvage and assess property damages and salved values.

For large containerships, car carriers or general shipping where cargoes may be shipped under hundreds or many thousands of bills of lading, we have unrivalled expertise and experience, as well as resources to both manage these complex cases and collect general average and / or salvage securities quickly and efficiently. This helps parties maintain their lien rights and keep cargo moving.

Our dedicated cargo casualty team are highly experienced in handling the largest general average and salvage security collections. Utilising our specialised IT solutions, the global team can work around the clock to handle the security collection process promptly and efficiently. The team are also skilled in handling a wide variety of cargo claims on a large scale. Given their expertise, the adjusters provide independent advice and consultancy to interested parties and their legal advisors, drawing on their practical experience in handling such cases as required.

We are here to support clients during and in the aftermath of marine incidents and collisions. We can provide advice and assistance to owners and their legal advisors on measures to take and in stating their claims against third parties, including calculating and stating any collision liability claim and dealing with the division of any recovery to ensure funds are distributed fairly and properly to the parties concerned.

Our adjusters have expertise in adjusting loss of hire claims under all types of loss of hire policies and insurance conditions. Our services include investigating loss of hire causes, calculating recoverable time, advising on deductible periods, providing interim funding recommendations, and stating the claim promptly, applying the correct principles to facilitate owners cash flow in a timely manner.

We have experience in stating claims on shipbuilders’ risks and repairers’ liability policies worldwide and can provide claims related advice and assistance to the assured and their insurers to ensure the claim is dealt with fairly, efficiently and in accordance with policy conditions.

War risk losses have become significant in recent times, and our adjusters are able to offer their expertise in dealing with damage claims, general average, salvage, loss of hire, and liability claims that have arisen as a result.

As independent experienced and qualified average adjusters, we can provide impartial expert advice and opinions on marine insurance claims and related principles on a practical and theoretical level. This includes expert opinions, claim reviews, policy reviews and assistance in resolving disputes in an amicable and fair way for all parties involved.

Our team provides comprehensive hull and machinery surveys to ensure the integrity, safety, and operational readiness of your vessels. From routine inspections to damage assessments, we deliver accurate, detailed reports that help owners, insurers, and operators make informed decisions. With decades of experience and advanced diagnostic tools, we identify potential risks early, minimising downtime and safeguarding your investment. Our experts come from an array of technical marine backgrounds including salvors, shipyards, shipbuilders and classification societies.

Cargo damage often results from chemical contamination, corrosion, or coating failures during transit. Our specialists investigate the root causes of these issues, analysing chemical interactions and coating breakdowns that compromise cargo integrity. Our highly experienced marine chemists provide expert recommendations for corrective measures and preventive strategies, ensuring compliance with international standards and reducing the risk of future incidents.

Structural failures can lead to significant cargo damage and operational risk. Our naval architects conduct forensic analysis of hull integrity and structural performance following incidents. We are able to provide design reviews, failure investigations, and recommendations for corrective measures—ensuring your vessels remain safe, efficient, and compliant after damage events.

Mechanical failures can disrupt voyages and compromise cargo safety. Our highly experienced marine engineers specialise in diagnosing machinery breakdowns, assessing damage, and advising on repair strategies and costs. From propulsion systems to auxiliary equipment, we deliver technical expertise that restores reliability and prevents costly repeat failures.