Africa’s Leading Maritime Advisory Partner
Clinton Consultancy provides specialised legal, regulatory, and commercial support to shipowners, charterers, port operators, offshore energy companies, and maritime service providers operating across Africa’s key ports and shipping lanes.
With a network extending into every major maritime hub on the continent and direct relationships with port authorities, customs, harbour masters, maritime regulators, and ministries, we deliver swift, discreet, and practical solutions — anywhere you need them.
Our Maritime Service Areas
We assist clients in all major African maritime hubs, including:
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West Africa: Tema & Takoradi (Ghana), Lagos & Port Harcourt (Nigeria), Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire), Dakar (Senegal).
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Southern Africa: Durban, Cape Town, and Saldanha Bay (South Africa), Maputo (Mozambique), Walvis Bay (Namibia).
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North Africa: Alexandria (Egypt), Casablanca & Tangier Med (Morocco), Algiers (Algeria), Tunis (Tunisia).
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East Africa & Indian Ocean: Mombasa (Kenya), Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Djibouti, Port Louis (Mauritius).
Our Maritime Capabilities
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Vessel Arrest & Release – Urgent applications and negotiations to secure or lift maritime liens.
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Cargo Claims & Recovery – Handling damage, loss, and delay claims under bills of lading and charter parties.
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Charter Party Disputes – Enforcement and arbitration under international maritime law.
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Port & Customs Clearance Issues – Resolving detentions, fines, and administrative delays.
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Regulatory Compliance – Advising on flag state, classification society, and local authority requirements.
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Maritime Contracts – Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating ship management, crewing, and port service agreements.
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Oil & Gas Offshore Support – Licensing, local content compliance, and dispute resolution for offshore operations.
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Environmental & Safety Compliance – MARPOL, ballast water, and pollution response representation.
Our Network Advantage
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Direct Port Access: Established working relationships with port managers, customs directors, and maritime enforcement units in all major hubs.
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Rapid Response: On-the-ground teams or vetted partners able to act within hours in urgent vessel or cargo disputes.
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Cross-Border Coordination: Seamless management of disputes or compliance matters involving multiple African jurisdictions.
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Integration with Global Maritime Law: Liaison with P&I clubs, insurers, and overseas counsel to ensure international enforcement.
Sectors We Support
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Commercial Shipping & Container Lines
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Offshore Oil, Gas & Renewables
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Fishing & Seafood Processing
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Cruise Lines & Passenger Ferries
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Port Operators & Logistics Companies
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Maritime Insurers & P&I Clubs
Why Clinton Consultancy
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Africa-Wide Reach: Active in 20+ maritime jurisdictions with vetted port agents and legal correspondents.
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Senior-Led Service: All matters handled by experienced maritime lawyers and consultants.
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Proven Track Record: From multi-million-dollar cargo recoveries to urgent vessel release orders.
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Discreet & Efficient: Confidential handling of sensitive cargo, compliance, and enforcement issues.
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Global Standard, Local Execution: Big Four–comparable quality with deep African maritime insight.
Email: amanda@clintonconsultancy.com (cc: info@clintonconsultancy.com)
WhatsApp/Call: +233 27 252 2695
Web: www.clintonconsultancy.com
