Business Details
31 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Maritime Legal Services in Sydney
Established in 1995, Aus Ship has become Australia's foremost Commercial Correspondent, specializing in P&I and Hull Underwriting services. Our team combines maritime expertise with legal proficiency, offering a unique one-stop solution for claims management, risk analysis, and loss prevention. With 24/7 accessibility and a network spanning 16 Australian ports, we provide prompt, cost-effective responses to maritime incidents. Our professionals include shipmasters, engineers, maritime lawyers, and surveyors, ensuring comprehensive expertise across all services. We focus on minimizing client claims exposure through practical solutions while maintaining competitive pricing. Our legal division in North Sydney handles complex cases, including high-profile maritime incidents, with a team boasting over 25 years of industry experience.We serve Shipowners, Operators, Charterers, and P&I Clubs, prioritizing commercial understanding alongside technical excellence. Our staff's dual expertise in legal and maritime operations enables efficient problem resolution, from damage assessment to root-cause analysis. We maintain impartiality while advocating for client interests, integrating loss prevention strategies into every service. With a proven track record in major cases like The Tampa and MV Pasha Bulker, we deliver authoritative, trustworthy maritime legal services.
Services
Marine Surveyors
Legal Services
Claims Management
Risk Analysis
Loss Prevention
P&I Correspondence
Hull Underwriting
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency maritime legal services nationwide.
- Our team includes maritime lawyers with 25+ years' experience.
- We provide cost-effective claims handling with industry-specific expertise.
- We combine legal proficiency with practical maritime operational knowledge.
- Our network covers 16 Australian ports for rapid response.
What people say
24/7 emergency response
Maritime legal expertise
Cost-effective solutions
Rapid incident resolution
Specialized knowledge
Services
Marine Surveyors
Our certified marine surveyors provide comprehensive vessel assessments, combining maritime expertise with legal knowledge. Services include damage evaluation, cargo inspections, and compliance checks. Surveyors hold international certifications and understand both technical and regulatory requirements.
Legal Services
Specialized legal support for maritime incidents, including claims handling, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance. Our solicitors have decades of experience in shipping law and international arbitration.
Claims Management
24/7 claims management services for maritime incidents, focusing on cost-effective resolution. Our team handles documentation, investigations, and negotiations while minimizing client liability exposure.
Risk Analysis
Proactive risk assessment services identifying potential maritime hazards. We develop customized prevention strategies to reduce incident likelihood and associated financial losses.
Loss Prevention
Comprehensive loss prevention programs combining technical expertise with industry best practices. Services include safety audits, crew training, and regulatory compliance programs to enhance operational safety.
People
James Neill
Founder
25 years' experience in transport law, qualified in Australia and England. Managed transport companies and P&I clubs before establishing Aus Ship in 1995. Led high-profile cases including The Tampa and MV Pasha Bulker.
Drew James
Shipping Solicitor
Over 25 years' experience in shipping law across three continents. Qualified in Australia with Masters in Law. Recognized as top 25 global shipping lawyer. Former head of transport department at major Sydney law firm.
Kirsten James
Maritime Lawyer
Specializes in marine casualty and insurance law. Advises major shipping companies and P&I clubs on regulatory compliance. Holds law degrees and speaks Japanese. Focuses on technology applications in maritime operations.
Steve Roberston
Insurance Professional
30 years' P&I and insurance experience, including 14 years as P&I Club correspondent in Australia. Former International Group P&I Club representative. Expert in complex claims handling and risk management.
Leo Bullivent-Taylor
Maritime Claims Specialist
10 years' experience handling maritime claims across Australia. Holds law degree and Masters in International Maritime Law. Former claims manager for container shipping lines and London P&I clubs.
Questions
What maritime services do you offer?
We provide legal services, marine surveying, claims management, risk analysis, and loss prevention for shipping companies and insurers.
How do you handle emergency incidents?
Our 24/7 service responds immediately to maritime emergencies across 16 Australian ports with qualified professionals.
What makes your services unique?
Our team combines legal expertise with practical maritime experience, offering integrated solutions for shipping industry challenges.
Do you operate outside Australia?
While based in Australia, we handle international shipping matters and represent global clients in local jurisdictions.
How are costs managed?
We focus on cost-effective solutions through efficient claims handling and preventive strategies to minimize long-term expenses.
What experience do your team have?
Our professionals include former shipmasters, engineers, and P&I club representatives with 10-30 years' maritime industry experience.
