The Go-To Firm for Africa’s Maritime Sector
When the stakes are high and time is short, even other consultancies, law firms, and global maritime advisers turn to Clinton Consultancy for support in Africa’s complex maritime environment.
We are networked into every major port and shipping lane on the continent, with the legal expertise, lobbying access, and operational reach to deliver rapid, discreet, and impactful results.
Full-Service Maritime Capability
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Vessel Arrest & Release: Emergency applications and negotiations to secure or lift detentions.
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Cargo Disputes & Claims: Damage, loss, delay, and misdelivery matters under bills of lading and charter parties.
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Charter Party & Contract Disputes: Enforcement through African courts or international arbitration.
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Port & Customs Engagement: Clearance issues, fines, and administrative blockages resolved swiftly.
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Regulatory & Compliance: Advice on flag state, classification, cabotage, and local content rules.
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Oil, Gas & Offshore: Licensing, local compliance, and dispute resolution for offshore operators.
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Environmental & Safety: MARPOL, pollution incident defence, and safety compliance.
Why Clinton Consultancy
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The Consultants’ Consultant: International firms, P&I Clubs, and marine insurers use us when they need on-the-ground capability and influence in Africa.
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Confidential & Trusted: We protect our clients’ identities and objectives, operating with absolute discretion.
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Legal + Lobbying Power: We combine specialist maritime legal expertise with direct access to port authorities, customs directors, maritime regulators, and relevant ministries.
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Rapid Response: Mobilisation within hours for urgent matters — vessel release, cargo clearance, or port negotiations.
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Impact-Driven: We don’t just advise — we resolve. Our work produces tangible results, from reopened port access to recovered cargo value.
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Cross-Border Strength: Seamless coordination in multi-port or multi-jurisdiction disputes.
Our Reach
We cover Africa’s primary maritime hubs:
West Africa: Tema, Takoradi, Lagos, Port Harcourt, Abidjan, Dakar.
Southern Africa: Durban, Cape Town, Saldanha Bay, Maputo, Walvis Bay.
North Africa: Alexandria, Casablanca, Tangier Med, Algiers, Tunis.
East Africa & Indian Ocean: Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Djibouti, Port Louis.
Email: amanda@clintonconsultancy.com (cc: info@clintonconsultancy.com)
WhatsApp/Call: +233 27 252 2695
Web: www.clintonconsultancy.com
