Maritime + Transport

Thynne + Macartney is a greatly respected player for Queensland-centred shipping matters, particularly for P&I-related issues. Its team is highly experienced in casualty mandates, including associated wreck removal and environmental issues. The firm is also noted for its coverage of cargo damage claims and chartering disputes.

Thynne + Macartney has acted on some of Australia's leading matters in the maritime and shipping industry, including:

• “Shen Neng I” (grounding in the Great Barrier Reef)
• “Pacific Adventurer” (oil spill)
• “SA Fortius” (pilot liability)
• “Solomon Trader” (salvage and environmental)
• “Koumala” (tug liability)
• “APL England” (container collapse)
• “Dianne” (sinking and loss of life)
• “La Pampa” (salvage)

After a GBRMPA infringement I needed legal representation so asked my insurance provider who I should use. They recommended Murray Tavener from Thynne + Macartney based in Cairns as the go to man for my case as he has an intimate knowledge of all maritime law relating to my case. I also spoke to a good friend who had dealings with Murray and he couldn't say enough positive things about Murray's professional legal representation.

Through the process Murray and his team were very easy to work with as they represented myself and 7 crew. We achieved a great outcome for everyone involved considering the severity of the case. I highly recommend Murray at Thynne + Macartney to any fisherman who has any questions or needs legal representation regarding fisheries/GBRMPA and any investigations by regulatory authorities. Murray is easy to talk to and will work with you to achieve the best outcome possible.

We are an appointed legal correspondent of all members of the International Group of Protection and Indemnity Associations. We are also appointed to the legal panels of marine and other insurers, and we act for hull and machinery underwriters and ship repairer’s liability insurers.

Our clients include P&I clubs, hull insurers, shipowners & charterers, marine industry professionals, port authorities, pilotage providers, marine repairers, and agents and transport companies.

When things do not go to plan, clients seek out the Thynne + Macartney Maritime + Transport team because they know they will have experienced and senior lawyers on call to provide advice and assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.