Maritime & Shipping

Overview

Oman's maritime sector is anchored by major ports including Port Sultan Qaboos, Sohar Port, Salalah Port, and the developing Port of Duqm. The Maritime Law (Royal Decree 35/1981) and international conventions ratified by Oman govern shipping operations, vessel registration, and maritime commerce. The Sultanate's position on the Arabian Sea and the Strait of Hormuz makes it a critical maritime hub. With the expansion of Duqm as a major industrial port and dry dock facility, and Salalah's role as a transhipment hub, the demand for expert maritime legal counsel continues to grow.

Key Legal Services

• Charter party drafting, negotiation, and disputes
• Bill of lading and cargo claims advisory
• Ship arrest and maritime lien enforcement in Omani courts
• Marine insurance claims and P&I Club correspondence
• Port operations and terminal concession agreements
• Vessel registration and flag state compliance
• Maritime collision and salvage claims
• Crew employment disputes and maritime labour matters

Our Expertise

Our maritime practice serves clients across the full range of shipping and port activities in Oman. We have handled ship arrest applications in Omani courts, represented cargo interests in substantial claims, and advised port operators on concession agreements and regulatory compliance. Our attorneys are familiar with both the Omani Maritime Law and the international conventions that govern cross-border shipping disputes. We work with marine surveyors, P&I clubs, and international maritime lawyers to provide seamless legal support for our clients' shipping operations.