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Omar Omar
Associate
Maritime, Aviation & Insurance
Location: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
Email: o.omar@tamimi.com
Phone: +971 4 364 1641 |
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Areas of Law
Maritime, Aviation & Insurance |
Admission Details / Call to Bar
May/1998 |
Qualifications/ Education
University of Aberdeen/Scotland 1996
LLM in International Commercial Law |
Employment History & Relevant Experience
In 1998 and immediately after completing his training as a lawyer, Omar was appointed as a legal counsel with Al-Salam Group a leading Multinational Group in marine work and shipping with main place of business in Jordan. Two years later, Omar was appointed as the general counsel for Al-Salam Group vessel owner (9 vessels), charterer (about 10 - 15 vessels per month) and agent of CMA CGM the French Line. In 2004 Omar joined Zaru Associates law firm where he headed the maritime department and in 2008 Omar joined the proud team of the shipping department in Al-Tamimi & Co. During his eleven years experience as a marine lawyer, advocate Omar was engaged and mastered many aspects of the marine work and shipping law taking the advantage of being situated and directly engaged with companies' top management, professional master mariners, brokers and seamen. He was engaged in direct negotiations with major P&I Clubs representing clients in arranging the Hull & Machinery cover and the FD&D cover not mention corresponding with such P&I Clubs regarding clients' claims. Omar has represented many clients in their marine disputes through arbitration in London, Dubai, Kuwait and Jordan in claims such as cargo claims, container claims, marine agency claims, shortages, groundings, bunker, collisions, salvage, seaworthiness and insurance. Simultaneously, Omar is a renowned litigator in the field of shipping in Jordan and the UAE and currently is the lead lawyer in litigation matters exceeding the sum of USD 2.5 Billion. Omar has witnessed and supervised many vessel sale and purchase including preparing, reviewing and executing all related legal and bank documents. Also, he possess an extensive experience in reviewing and advising different types of marine legal documents such as recaps, charter parties, B/L, LOIs, Agency Agreements, Insurance and P&I cover. To add, Omar's experience in shipping law is backed up with a long distinctive experience in the structure of different types of marine companies where he was engaged in the setting up, mergers and acquisitions of many companies engaged in marine business in many different legal jurisdictions such as Cyprus, Egypt, Germany, Jordan, Malta, Panama, Sudan, UAE and UK. Omar is the author of the UAE Vessel Registration and Mortgage Section in the prestigious Maritime Law Handbook and currently co-authors the Iraq, KSA and Qatar Vessel Registration & Mortgage, Vessel Arrest and Judicial Sale sections. Also, Omar represented Al Tamimi & Company in the Technical Committee appointed by Dubai Chamber to review and comment on the new UAE Commercial Maritime Law draft. |
Al Tamimi & Company
Dubai International Financial Centre
6th Floor, Building 4 East, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE, PO Box 9275
Tel: +971 4 364 1641 Fax: +971 4 364 1777 |
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Germanischer Lloyd Certificated Marine Coating Inspector and Instructor (IMO PSPC) 2008
NACE Accredited Coatings Certification Instructor.
NACE Certified Coatings Inspector. (Nace 17)
ERS Approved Epoxy Powder- MCL Inspector/Instructor.
ERS Approved Senior Paint-Painting Inspector/Instructor.
D.O.Tp. Approved Corrosion Coatings Surveyor.
Joint Founder of The Institute of Maritime Conservation
Visiting Lecturer MSc Material Science Course– Coatings -Imperial College London
CUBS (Cardiff University Bond Solon) Expert Witness Training - completed June 2007
Awarded the HC Cole Award 2001 (Institute of Corrosion)
Vice President/President Elect - International Institute of Marine Surveying
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Having left school at fifteen and a half to join the British Merchant Navy initially
with the Shipping Federation and then with Esso Petroleum, he left the sea to go back to
College in Cardiff to study English Law and Economics.
He then went to Germany to live for a period of 8 years and primarily became involved in
Paint Inspection on shipbuilding and ship repair, progressing into technical service,
trouble shooting and failure analysis. His specialisation areas are marine coatings, tank
linings, paint failures and inspection.
He returned to the UK to join Solus Schall to head up their Paint Inspection and Consultancy Department supporting some 36 overseas offices with their subsequent diverse paint/corrosion operations.
He was one of the founder Trainers and Peer of the Internationally recognised NACE USA -Coating Inspection and Certification Programme
He subsequently joined Lithgow Associates and is currently their Managing Partner.
Lithgow Associates are Independent Corrosion Consultants specialising primarily in Failure Analysis, Litigation & Arbitration, Material Selection and Education and Training Services.
During his career he has undertaken work in some 70 different countries.
He currently co-ordinates the Lifetime Management of Materials (previously National Corrosion Service) Help and Advice service on behalf of the UK Department of Trade and Industry.
Some of Peter’s main projects have been:-
Responsible for selecting the materials for the renovation of the Albert Memorial London, surveying and reporting on some 500,000m2 of failed coating applied to 4 VLCC’s tanks for a middle eastern ship-owner and undertaking an Audit and developing a long term (12 year) maintenance painting strategy to a Far Eastern oil company owning some 230 offshore structures.
Investigating a major coating failure of vessel linings (GOSP’s - 20 in number) for Aramco.
He was commissioned on behalf of Railtrack plc to develop the strategic planning of the long-term maintenance of the world famous Forth Rail Bridge.
Chaired an expert “Corrosion Committee” to review and advise on proposals to the National Lottery and Heritage Fund to restore the famous SS Great Britain.
He was retained as a Consultant to the Exxon Chad-Cameroon Pipeline project evaluating and advising on all aspects of the material selection and inspection of the pipeline coatings.
He is the Joint Editor together with Roger Weatherhead of “Fitzs Atlas of Paint Defects now considered an internationally recognized textbook having sold some 2500 copies world-wide. Also joint editor of the new publication “Macaws Pipeline Defects”.
He has submitted numerous papers at international conferences and seminars
He is currently involved and retained as an expert on a 300million US$ litigation case on behalf of a major oil operator also a 150 million US$ arbitration to be fought in the International Court of Arbitration Geneva.
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Went to sea at 16 years of age, to follow a lifetime of seafaring. An apprenticeship in cargo and reefer vessels was followed by a change to tankers in 1970, mostly with Esso and Chevron. Made Master in 1981 and stayed with Chevron until the late 90’s, finally moving to Mideast Ship Management Dubai.
After formally qualifying in Management of Ship Operations, took up a first shore-based position as Marine Advisor in San Francisco from 1992, with roles in incident investigation and as part of the casualty reaction team; and a variety of project-based assignments. Latterly fulfilled duties on various tankers and RoRo vessels as Safety, then Marine Superintendent for Mideast, based in the UK.
Now working independently; and/or representing Constellation Marine Services from the UK; mainly in inspection/pre-inspection, audit and incident investigation roles with a strong leaning to direct working with and on vessels.
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Jasamin Fichte
LLB, LLM, MCIArb
Managing Partner
Email: jasamin.fichte@fichtelegal.com
Rechtsanwältin
Solicitor of England and Wales |
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Area of Expertise:
Ship’s Finance, Marine Insurance, Maritime Law, Corporate Law,
Strategic Investment Solutions, Corporate networking |
Jasamin, founding Managing Partner at Fichte & Co, is an international commercial lawyer, who is a member of the German Bar and the English Law Society, thereby holding both German and British qualifications. Fichte & Co is the only international law firm that is based in the Middle East and headquartered in Dubai with a branch office in Tehran, Iran. Established in 2005 the company has as of today more than 20 staff. |
Career:
She has invaluable experience for over 12 years in the highly specialized practice areas of Maritime and International Trade Law. Having worked as a solicitor in the leading financial centers of London and Hamburg in premier international law firms, Jasamin relocated to Dubai in 2002 and joined a leading Lloyd's of London insurance brokerage wherein she was responsible for overseeing and handling claims of all insurance related disputes in the firm and also established strong relationships not only within the Maritime and Trading community in the UAE, but also in Iran, India, Kuwait, Iraq and Sri Lanka. The lacunae in the region for specialized maritime and trade law legal advisories inspired Jasamin to establish Fichte & Co in 2005, by now one of the leading maritime law firms. In 2008 Fichte & Co was registered in DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) and is fully licensed to represent clients before all UAE courts. She is fluent in English and German. |
Awards:
Awarded “Best Maritime Law Firm of 2007” by Seatrade Middle East and Indian Subcontinent.
Jasamin Fichte was listed among the top 20 lawyers in the G.C.C. by “The Brief” Magazine (Middle East law for the business professional). |
Extra curriculum activities:
Jasamin has given several presentations and has participated in innumerous academic seminars on various legal topics hosted by both Governmental and Industry luminaries such as BIMCO, DSAA, DPA, DIAC etc. She has consistently published various articles on diverse subjects of marine, shipping and transportation law and is a frequent member of expert panels on topics as Ship’s Finance and Marine Insurance.
Jasamin chairs the Legal Council of the German Emirates Club, a popular corporate networking platform amongst the expatriate German business community in the UAE. Since 2009 Jasamin is one of 6 board members of the International Propeller Club of the United Arab Emirates, a non-governmental organization to gather all members of the maritime community. The Propeller club has more than 10,000 members worldwide. Jasamin is also one of the founders and organizers of the UAE Ship Industry Round Table, a remarkable network event for Top Management and key persons within the UAE Shipping Industry.
Topics covered During the presentation:
The First 10 minutes can decide your Claim – Introduction to Claims Handling.
- 1. Position of a Claims Handler during Claims
- 2. Different Types of Claims
- 3. Involvement in Claims Handling
- 4. Providing A Solution
- 5. Claims Analysis
- 6. What information will be passed on to whom
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John P. Menezes
LLB.FNI.FICS.MCMS
Prabhu Kripa,
Off. Kotekani Road,
Ashoknagar P.O.
Mangalore-575 006.
India.
Tel : 91-824-2458882 (O) | 91-824-2458130 (R)
Facsimile : 91-824-2458900
E-mail : menezesjp@yahoo.com
Date of Birth : 27 December 1957
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Followed a sea going career as a Deck Officer with Scindia Steam Navigation Co. Bombay and as Chief Officer and Master in Wah Kwong Shipping, Hong Kong between 1975 to 1990. Served on General Cargo, Bulkers and Container Vessels worldwide. Hold a Certificate of Competency Master F.G. Issued by Govt. of India (1985).
Since 1990 engaged in Independent Marine Consultancy, Cargo and Ships Surveys as C.E.O. of Ericson and Richards (Karnataka), Mangalore.
Handled various types of Maritime related claims, Surveys and Flag State Inspections on the West Coast of India from grass root level until settlement.
Handled casualty investigation for Flag State, also been stand in SCR for refloatation and salvage of Vessel in New Mangalore waters.
A Humanities graduate from Osmania University (1980), a Law graduate from Mangalore University (1998) hold a P.G. Diploma in Maritime Law from London Metropolitan University (2006).
Memberships and Associations:
- Fellow – Nautical Institute, London.
- Fellow – Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers London.
- Member –Society of Consulting Marine Engineers and Ship Surveyors London.
- Supporting Member – London Maritime Arbitrators Association London.
- Member – London Shipping Law Centre London.
- Deputy Master – Company of Master Mariners of India Mumbai.
- Fellow – Indian Council of Arbitration New Delhi.
Served as President of South Kanara District-Chamber of Commerce and Industry (2006-07).
Former Trustee of New Mangalore Port, W. Coast of India, also; Executive Council Member–Nautical Institute, London.
Topics covered During the presentation:
Maritime Frauds – An Overview
1. Introduction : Understanding Fraud, Types
2. Effects, Perpetuation and Affected Parties
3. Features of Potential Area : Ship and Cargo related.
Cargo related (Quantity and Quality).
Cargo Operation related.
Environment related.
Voyage related.
Freight related.
Bunkers related.
Supplies/ Repairs related.
Documents related including insurance, banking, cargo.
Stowaway related.
Port related.
Manning and Compliance.
Sale and Purchase of Ships.
General Average Related.
4. Detection and Deterrents:
Detection: Objective Audit
Culture of Vigil
Role of Agencies
Deterrent : Enforcement Authorities
Surveyor
5. Conclusion
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Captain Adil D. Moos
Captain Adil D. Moos has over three decades of experience in the merchant navy of which he was in Command of ships for 12 years.
He started his career with the world reknown P & O Steam Navigation Company, London.
He is a certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 and also a Company Security Officer. He was instrumental in setting up the ISPS Code on over 18 ships from grassroots level.
He has been ashore since 2002 , first as a Marine Supdt in a large Ship management company operating out of Hongkong and later as a Fleet Safety Supdt with another ship management company in Dubai. Presently he is the QHSE Manager of a progressive ship management company in Dubai, called Gulf Stolt Shipmanagement jlt.
Adil takes a very keen interest in his profession and keeps abreast of the latest developments. He has been invited as a Guest Speaker in various Maritime Seminars and Conferences worldwide. He is a full member of the Nautical Institute, and is also the Hon.Treasurer of the Nautical Institute, UAE Branch- the Branch which is one of the most active in the World.
In his spare time Adil enjoys Music, reading, walking , espousing social causes, playing Table Tennis, Chess and has a penchant for fine dining.
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Capt. Mohammed Rasiq Bilal
Sr. EHS officer- Ports & Marine operations
Environment, Health and Safety
Trakhees
Government of Dubai
United Arab Emirates
He started his sea career in 1992 as an apprentice with ESSAR- SISCO Ship management, India and sailed with major shipping lines on various types of ship which include bulk carriers, general cargo and container ships before moving to Dubai to join Environment, Health and Safety department of Trakhees in 2008.
His present responsibilities include ship inspections planning and coordination, investigation of port and marine incidents within Dubai Ports and other regulatory duties related to Port and marine operations in PCFC Trakhees jurisdiction.
He is also a life member of Company of Master mariners of India and was a visiting faculty for Hindustan Institute of Maritime studies, Chennai, India teaching various STCW courses.
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Capt. Vivek Bali – Extra Master Mariner
Managing Director – Al Mubarak Overseas LLC, Dubai.
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Sea Career Varied career from Aprenticeship to Master on various types of vessels.
Shore career spans over nearly two decades, encompasses
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Simon Cartwright
Senior Lawyer
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Simon joined Holman Fenwick & Willan's Dubai office in August 2006, having previously worked for niche London shipping firm Bentleys, Stokes & Lowless for 6 years. Simon is qualified as a solicitor in the UK and in New Zealand. He has degrees in Law and Arts (Japanese) from the University of Auckland.
Simon handles a wide range of matters, including general commercial litigation, marine insurance and non-contentious shipping, but specialises in contentious shipping and international trade. He has rights of audience to appear and conduct cases before the DIFC courts.
Mobile:+ 971 (0)50 457 8651
Email: simon.cartwright@hfw.com
Topics covered During the presentation:
Legal Aspects of Salvage
- 1. Salvage Regimes
- 2. Elements of Salvage
- 3. Components of Calculating a Salvage Award
- 4. Procedure for Determining a Salvage Claim
- 5. Evidence
- 6. Who pays?
- 7. Role of a Correspondent.
- 8. SCOPIC
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John Lawrence IIMS CEO
Joining the Royal Air Force at sixteen, I travelled the world (including a year in Persian Gulf) playing sport and having fun. On retirement I moved into office and business management and spent four years working with the building industry as a HR consultant.
I was headhunted to work with the Engineering Construction Industry and headed up the new Modern Apprenticeship Programme and adult training for eight years leaving due to work relocation of my wife.
Joining the Institute in January 2004, the remit given to me by the Directors was to make the Institute into the biggest and best organisation for marine surveyors worldwide.
Educated through the UK education system and the Royal Air Force Technical Training programme, I hold qualifications in administration, HR, business management and also four sports coaching badges.
My interests include football, cricket, rugby, reading, history and visiting places of historical importance.
Topics covered During the presentation:
Marine Surveying and Consultancy – What’s the Future
- 1. Introduction to the origins of marine surveying
- 2. The legacy of the master mariner
- 3. Marine surveying world wide.
- 4. Ensuring the world wide standard.
- 5. Marine surveyors speaking with one voice.
- 6. The future – marine surveying in the 21st Century
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Dr. Rajiv Aserkar
Professor Logistics & Supply Chain Management at SP Jain Center of Management, Dubai.
He is the author of two best selling books on Logistics and is a specialist in issues related to transportation, infrastructure and contemporary and future supply chains. Rajiv is the recipient of Supply Chain & Transportation Award (SCATA) 2009 in the category "Training & Education Provider of the Year"
Rajiv is a well known name in the Logistics industry in the Middle East and has authored a number of research papers and articles on the contemporary issues. He is a regular speaker at various international conferences and seminars and maintains an active interface with the industry, with an idea to bring forth various recent developments as well as problems under focus.
Rajiv has more than 20 years of corporate experience in the area of logistics, international trade and marketing management. He has traveled widely in Europe, Middle East and SE Asia.
Rajiv holds a Ph.D. and is Post Graduate in International Business from Indian Institute of Foreign Trade New Delhi.
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Capt. Satish P. Anand
Founder Director of Henderson International India and at present the Managing Director of All-India operation.
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He started his Marine Surveyor / Consultant career in 1982 after being in command for 7 years and overall sailing for over 17 years.
He has a wide range of experience and expertise in all marine related matters. His specialty is Maritime Disasters and Casualty Investigations, having acted as a General Average Surveyor on many cases for collision, grounding, salvage, pollution and fire damaged vessels. He has also been called-upon to act as a Marine Consultant to Owners, Shippers, Charterers, Average Adjusters, Cargo (P&I) and Hull (H&M) Underwriters and Ship brokers etc.. He has extensive experience in the condition status & valuation for sale & purchase of all kinds of vessels. Settlement of Cargo related disputes are yet another specialty of his and this experience has stood him in goodstead in presenting fair and reasonable awards as an Arbitrator.
He is a fully certified ISPS surveyor and a member of the following International Maritime Institutes : The Nautical Institute, U.K., and International Institute of Marine Surveyors. He is also a Fellow Member of both the Indian Council of Arbitration and the Indian Institute of Surveyors and Loss Assessors.
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Capt. Irawan Alwi
MBA, MIIMS
Commissioner of CARSURIN, Indonesia
Chairman of Association of Indonesian Independent Surveyor (AISI)
Regional Director Indonesia, IIMS
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Established in 1968, Carsurin is Indonesia’s largest private marine surveying company offering coal, mineral, geology and laboratory services. The President Director, Capt. Irawan Alwi, MBA, MIIMS, MNI has extensive maritime background and entrepreneurship to expand the company.
He holds an MBA from Kennedy Western University, Idaho, USA; Diploma in Marine Surveying from International Institute of Marine Surveyor, London; and Master Marine Class I from Merchant Marine Institute (AIP), Jakarta, Indonesia.
His 22-year-achievements have made him Chairman of Association of Indonesian Independent Surveyor (AISI) and the 3rd Chairman of AISI previously and Regional Director Indonesia for International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS) as well as an Approved Nautical Inspector (ANI) for The Bahamas Maritime Authority, a Non-Exclusive Surveyor to Panama Bureau of Shipping (authorized by Republic of Panama) and a member (MNI) of The Nautical Institute.
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Pictures donated by Constellation Marine and Mubarak Marine L.L.C.
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