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Your legal power in global port and maritime operations

Ports and maritime operations run 24/7. Whether you manage shipping, logistics, port infrastructure or storage facilities, you face unexpected challenges—from contract disputes to environmental compliance.
We help you keep operations running smoothly by combining sharp legal insight with swift, effective solutions that protect your business and keep you moving forward.

Organisations we empower

We work with a wide range of national and international clients, including:

Storage companies, manufacturers and (petro)chemical firms
Shipping companies and inland navigation operators
Importers, exporters and freight forwarders
Technical and logistics service providers
Municipalities and port authorities

Whether you’re a start-up or a global player, if your business is connected to the port, we speak your language

Our expertise

From the quayside to the boardroom, we combine deep sector knowledge with decisive legal action. Our maritime expertise is more than just solving problems – it’s anticipating them, safeguarding your operations, and creating the space for your business to grow worldwide.”

Administrative Law, Environmental and Planning Law Contract Law Corporate Law Employment Law Insolvency Law Litigation Transport & Logistics

What we offer

We deliver clarity and peace of mind through:

Drafting and negotiating contracts in logistics, shipping and port infrastructure
Managing liability issues and pursuing or defending maritime claims
Advising on environmental regulations and land-use law in port zones
Handling prejudgment attachments, maritime mortgages and foreclosure procedures
Providing tailored employment solutions for the maritime sector

“Ten Holter Noordam displays a solid foothold in the Dutch shipping market, assisting clients seeking damages in relation to cargo claims and vessel collisions. The team further advises on litigation relating to shipbuilding issues and regulatory compliance, in addition to disputes with trade unions and NGOs. The law firm additionally assists with bankruptcy proceedings and transactional mandates.”

— Chambers 2026

International reach, local strength

As a member of global law networks Mackrell Internationial en IAG Global we connect you with trusted legal partners in over 220 countries. This gives you the advantage of local insight backed by international reach—ensuring your business is supported wherever it operates.

Doing Business In The Netherlands

Are you planning to set up a business in the Netherlands? Or are you a legal advisor consulting business owners about the Dutch legal market? You will need to understand the legal landscape in the Netherlands.

Download the White Paper “Doing Business In The Netherlands” below for a quick, but in-depth look of the Dutch legal system. A must-read for legal advisors, lawyers and entrepreneurs trying to penetrate the Dutch markt.

Download whitepaper

Ready to navigate with confidence?

Need a legal partner who understands the complexities of the global maritime industry?
Contact our maritime specialists today for a direct consultation. We are ready to support your business—wherever it sails.

Our team