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AdmiraltyArrest a vessel in Singapore to secure your claim
A debtor’s ship within Singapore’s port limits can be detained to secure a maritime claim. We assess the claim, build the case and run the arrest with admiralty counsel - fast, because the window is short.
The window is while the ship is in port
Arrest is one of the most powerful tools a maritime creditor has. The vessel must be within Singapore’s jurisdiction and the claim must be a recognised maritime claim. Foreign claimants have the same standing as local ones - but you have to move quickly.
From claim to arrest to security
Assess the claim
We confirm the claim qualifies, locate the vessel and judge whether arrest is the right move - quickly.
Build the case
We assemble the evidence and documents and instruct Singapore admiralty counsel to apply for the warrant.
Secure or release
We coordinate the arrest and then negotiate security so your claim is covered - or advise the owner on release.
Carrying out an arrest in Singapore requires Singapore-admitted admiralty counsel. Our role is to lead the strategy, build and structure the case, handle the ownership and security questions, and instruct and coordinate counsel - so you have one accountable point of contact moving fast, not a cold introduction.
A debtor’s ship is in Singapore - what now?
Tell us the claim and the vessel. If arrest is the right move, we move the same day.