Maritime & Shipping Law · Phuket, Thailand
Careful Counsel
for Vessel and Cargo Matters
Sayam Group advises shipowners, charterers, and cargo interests on the practical and legal dimensions of maritime commerce in Thai waters and beyond.
Our Practice Areas
Three Areas of Maritime Practice
Each engagement begins with a candid assessment. We do not commit resources where they are unlikely to be productive, and we explain that assessment clearly before any formal instruction is given.
Charterparty & Bill of Lading Disputes
Considered representation in disputes under time charters, voyage charters, and bills of lading — covering freight, demurrage, off-hire, and cargo claims.
- Freight and demurrage assessments
- Coordination with London and Singapore arbitration counsel
- Cargo claim analysis and documentation
Vessel Mortgage & Registration Advisory
Preparation of mortgage documentation, registration filings, and discharge documents under the Thai Vessel Act, with practical coordination with the Marine Department.
- Thai Vessel Act compliance
- Flagging and re-flagging advisory
- Financing party documentation support
Maritime Casualty Initial Inquiry
A focused initial engagement following a maritime incident — collision, grounding, fire, or pollution — covering early documentation, regulatory involvement, and protective steps.
- Incident documentation guidance
- Authority notification and reporting
- Position preservation before liability is contested
Why Sayam Group
What Sets This Practice Apart
Andaman Regional Knowledge
Operating from Phuket, we understand how Thai maritime regulation sits alongside regional commercial practice across the Gulf and Andaman coasts.
Candid Early Assessment
Before resources are committed, we provide a straightforward view of the merits. We are not in the habit of encouraging matters that are unlikely to produce a useful outcome.
International Coordination
For matters involving London or Singapore arbitration, we coordinate with counsel in those seats rather than asking clients to manage two separate advisory relationships.
Both Fleet and Yacht Owners
Registration and financing work is handled for commercial fleets and individual yacht owners alike — the documentation and process attention does not change with vessel size.
Incident Response at Short Notice
Maritime casualties develop quickly. Our initial inquiry service is structured for early engagement, before critical documentation is lost or regulatory deadlines pass.
Thai and English Practice
Correspondence, documentation, and advice are handled in both Thai and English, which matters practically when liaising with the Marine Department and international counterparties simultaneously.
Have a matter that needs a quiet look?
Whether a dispute has arisen or a transaction needs careful preparation, we are happy to talk through the situation before any formal engagement is agreed.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the initial maritime casualty inquiry involve?
Do you handle matters where arbitration is seated in London or Singapore?
Can you assist with vessel registration for foreign owners in Thailand?
How are fees structured for charterparty dispute matters?
Do you work with cargo interests as well as shipowners?
What is your typical response time for new inquiries?
Find Us
Our Office in Phuket
345 Kata Road, Karon, Mueang, Phuket 83100, Thailand
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Contact Details
Phone
+66 76 528 6473Address
345 Kata Road, Karon
Mueang, Phuket 83100
Thailand
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
09:00 – 18:00 ICT
Saturday by appointment