Adam is an Associate based in Cape Town who forms part of our Transport team.

He has experience in large and complex cross-jurisdictional litigation and arbitration in various fora, stemming from maritime and insurance disputes relating to demurrage, cargo, and casualty claims.

Adam has advised insurers, cargo interests, charterers, and shipowners on disputes spanning South Africa, England, France, Ecuador, Singapore, Australia, Moçambique, Nigeria, Cameroon, China, the Netherlands, and other jurisdictions.  

He regularly advises on port and customs regulatory issues, and engages with Governmental authorities and regulatory bodies in relation to port operations and licences. He is often involved in the drafting and negotiation of corporate and commercial documents, including bespoke services and sales agreements as well as charterparties, and has experience in reviewing and revising marine insurance policies.

Adam has particular experience in the supply and distribution of petrochemical products.

In addition to his maritime experience, Adam has also worked in the firm’s Construction team. In this area, he has advised on the development and financing structures of various energy generation and downstream supply projects. His involvement in these projects includes transaction advisory and project documentation roles, as well as advising on commercial structures and regulatory issues. Adam has also had exposure to the preparation and interpretation of, and disputes arising from, construction contracts, including various popular standard form contracts.