Maritime sector - maritime law projects, transport, freight forwarding, logistics
Anna Kluczek-Kollár, DEA
Attorney-at-law, Partner
LO:ME Law Firm specialises in legal services for maritime sector entities. The leader of this area is attorney-at-law Anna Kluczek-Kollár, who for many years has dealt with maritime law issues and port investments. She knows the specifics of the maritime industry very well, especially the challenges faced by shipowners and freight forwarders. She has participated in complex port investment projects, including the construction of the largest container terminal in Poland.
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Maritime Law – legal services for ports, shipowners, freight forwarders, and carriers
We understand the challenges facing the maritime industry. When it comes to implementing maritime cybersecurity and AI-based solutions, the help of experienced lawyers is essential. We review, advise, and assist in the implementation process, using our business knowledge and experience in managing large, complex projects. Under the legal supervision of attorney-at-law Anna Kluczek-Kollár, the firm works in the following areas:
- Technological solutions for the maritime industry in the areas of cybersecurity, AI, and blockchain
- Ongoing legal services for shipowners, ports, terminals, logistics centers, freight forwarding and transport companies, and port authorities
- Port investment and infrastructure development
- Legal advisory and ongoing legal services for the transport, freight forwarding, and logistics sector
AI and cybersecurity in seaports
New technologies and regulations require ports to increase their security and cybersecurity procedures. The development of AI affects these systems, and the role of ports is to protect both users and owners. At LO:ME, we provide legal services dedicated to maritime entities that need to:
- Assess the compliance of their existing maritime safety-related technological solutions
- Design and implement new procedures and systems based on AI or blockchain
- Create or review documentation and prepare for possible maritime security audits
Maritime and port investments
Whether your port investment is publicly or privately funded, LO:ME has experience in such projects and can support you in:
- Legal advisory. We advise on how to plan investment processes, make optimal decisions, and apply legally compliant solutions
- Document preparation. We handle the formal side of the investment — we prepare legal documentation, required expert opinions, permits, and analyses. We draft and submit necessary paperwork.
- Contract drafting and negotiation. We prepare and process subcontractor and construction contracts, securing our clients’ interests. When needed, we offer practical and proven solutions from our project experience
- Legal supervision of investments. We are available at every stage of the maritime investment process. We ensure legal compliance and advise on solutions in case of problems
- Ongoing legal oversight. We support maritime investors through operational stages. We prepare contracts, regulations, monitor compliance with the law, and provide advisory services for further project development
Transport, freight forwarding, and logistics sector
We know how important transport, freight forwarding and logistics are to the maritime industry. That’s why we provide legal support in every aspect of this sector. We have experience resolving disputes with freight forwarders or shipowners. We represent maritime transport companies and their clients — including in conflicts with carriers.
- Legal advice. We advise on carrier and freight forwarder liability for cargo and offer legal support in liability insurance
- Contract drafting and review. We prepare and negotiate contracts for companies providing transport and freight forwarding services, including warehousing agreements. We include not only legally compliant provisions, but also practical solutions proven in the industry
- Ongoing business support. We assist transport, shipping, and logistics companies with employment processes, inspections by transport authorities, and obtaining quality certificates
Cybersecurity
We understand the challenges the maritime industry faces regarding cybersecurity. We assist and advise in this process.
Experience
We know the specifics of the maritime industry — especially the issues of shipowners and freight forwarders. We have experience resolving their legal matters.
Legal supervision
We are available at every stage of maritime investment implementation. We ensure legal compliance and advise on appropriate solutions.
LO:ME – A law firm from Gdynia
We are a law firm based in Gdynia. Neighborhood of the sea comes with responsibility. We know and understand the maritime industry and know how to solve its problems and support it through challenges. We have participated in such processes as:
- Legal coordination of maritime investment processes
- Court proceedings related to ship damage claims in ports
- Ship registration, maritime mortgages, and other rights in rem on vessels
- Ship arrests, maritime accidents, marine insurance
- Shipbuilding and repair contracts, agency agreements, freight forwarding contracts, and more
