About us
Specialists in Charter Party Contracts
At Sea Clause, we focus exclusively on Charter Party agreements – the legal backbone of maritime trade. Our team brings decades of experience in drafting, reviewing, and managing Charter Parties for leading international shipowners, charterers, and brokers.
We understand the real-world dynamics behind every clause. From voyage charters to long-term time charter structures, we provide contract solutions that are operationally sound, commercially balanced, and legally robust.
Who we are
SeaClause is a specialised advisory firm dedicated to Charter Party agreements, the cornerstone of global maritime trade.
What we do
We provide end-to-end support in charter party review, shipping contract advisory, and dispute resolution. Our expertise covers standard industry frameworks such as Gencon voyage charters and NYPE forms, ensuring precision and reliability in every engagement.
How we do it
Our approach combines legal insight with practical industry knowledge. From structuring time charters to integrating Incoterms into logistics agreements, we ensure every contract is operationally sound, commercially fair, and legally robust. We also assist in mitigating risks tied to demurrage and detention disputes, protecting our clients’ commercial interests.
Services
Specialized Support
At Sea Clause, we provide expert support focused exclusively on Charter Party agreements. Whether you’re fixing a voyage charter or reviewing complex time charter terms, we ensure your contracts are clear, enforceable, and aligned with operational and commercial realities.
Charter Party Drafting
We prepare customized Charter Party contracts for voyage, time, and bareboat charters—tailored to your specific trade, vessel type, and commercial terms.
– Built from recap notes or custom templates
– Includes bespoke clauses and client-specific rider terms
– Reviewed for legal clarity and operational feasibility
Contract Review & Clause Audit
We provide thorough line-by-line audits of Charter Party drafts or final documents—flagging legal inconsistencies, operational risks, and commercially unbalanced terms.
Fixture Recap Verification
Before the Charter Party is signed, we verify fixture recap details to ensure consistency across all terms—avoiding discrepancies that can lead to operational or legal complications.
– Verification of all main and rider terms
– Cross-check with proforma or CP draft
– Quick turnaround for fast-paced fixing environments
Claims & Dispute Support
We assist during Charter Party-related claims or disputes by providing objective, clause-based analysis of the contract. Our insights help clients understand their contractual standing and prepare internally for commercial discussions or external legal processes.
– Analysis of relevant clauses and contractual obligations
– Clarification of rights, responsibilities, and liabilities
– Internal support for claims documentation and position building
Contact us
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PHONE NUMBER
+91 9821456858