Helmsman’s Shipping Practice and Lawyers Recognised in Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2026
Helmsman LLC has been recognised in the Shipping category in Singapore in the 2026 edition of Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific. The recognition reflects the depth and range of our maritime disputes practice, and the strength of the team behind it.
Our shipping team operates at the intersection of complex cross‑border disputes, international trade and commercial risk. From our bases in Singapore and Hong Kong, we advise on the full lifecycle of shipping and maritime matters—from ship finance and shipbuilding to charterparties, bills of lading, cargo claims, casualties, insurance and ship sale and purchase—supporting clients across Asia, Europe and beyond.
Individually recognised shipping lawyers
Three Helmsman shipping lawyers were highlighted in the 2026 guide:
- Ian Teo – Litigation Star – Shipping
- Maureen Poh – Litigation Star – Shipping
- Zhida Chen – Future Star – Shipping
Together, these lawyers anchor a team that covers the entire spectrum of shipping work—from structuring and documenting transactions to resolving high‑stakes disputes.
About Helmsman’s Shipping Practice
The shipping industry is global, fast‑moving and increasingly complex. It is shaped by evolving trade flows, geopolitics, sanctions, decarbonisation and technological change. Our practice is built around helping clients navigate these pressures with solutions that are both technically sound and commercially practical.
Our shipping team advises across the full lifecycle of maritime activity. We advise on:
- Shipbuilding, ship sale and purchase, and ship finance
- Charterparties, COAs
- Bills of lading and cargo claims
- Marine casualties, collisions, groundings and pollution
- P&I, FD&D and H&M insurance issues
- Offshore, energy transportation and specialised vessels, including FSRUs
- Ship recycling
We know that relationships matter. As a partner to our clients, we manage legal risk with a practical and constructive approach aimed at protecting operations and preserving commercial relationships.
About Benchmark Litigation
Benchmark Litigation is a global guide to leading dispute resolution and litigation firms and lawyers. Used by in-house counsel, executives and law firms, it highlights recognised experts in specific fields and evaluates the full range of lawyers’ skills - not just courtroom wins. It covers markets worldwide and uniquely concentrates solely on disputes, distinguishing between national and regional markets and recognising strong team depth.
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