Next Generation Partners

Leading Associates

Offshore construction in Norway

BAHR

BAHR’s team is noted for is expertise in the energy transition, harnessing the firm's wider strength in the energy sector, while also providing advice across the span of offshore construction mandates. Practice head Morten Smørdal has a broad practice extending to offshore wind power and carbon capture matters, while Inglin Sognnæs has broad experience in contract negotiations and disputes, including EPC contracts. Eirik Høiby has a proven track-record in disputes in the energy arena, while Haakon Flaatten takes point on project developments and FPSO contracts, and Geir Gustavsson handles project-related work. The team strengthened its regulatory offering in May 2024 with the recruitment of Jens Naas-Bibow from 1,5 Advokatfirma AS.

Praxisleiter:

Morten Smørdal; Inglin Sognnæs


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Eirik Høiby; Haakon Flaatten; Jens Naas-Bibow; Geir Gustavsson


Kernmandanten

Aker BP ASA


Northern Drilling Limited


Akastor AS


Aker Solutions AS


Future Technology AS


Ventyr SN II AS


Aker Carbon Capture


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising the Ventyr consortium, comprising the leading offshore wind developer Parkwind (part of the Jera Nex group) and Ingka (IKEA’s renewable investment arm), on the Sørlige Nordsjø II project.
  • Advising Aker Carbon Capture in respect of the the first large scale carbon capture project in Denmark.
  • Advising Aker BP in respect of the Norwegian Ministry of Energy’s award of a CO2 storage licence, the Poseidon licence, in the North Sea to Aker BP ASA and OMV (Norge) AS.

Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS

Praised for its ‘expert knowledge’, Advokatfirmaet Haavind AS has an impressive client roster including large high-profile contractors, energy corporates, and aquaculture companies, and the team maintains its strength in energy development projects and contentious matters within the sector. Practice head Christopher Sveen is a trusted adviser to the oil and offshore industries for both domestic and cross-border transactions and disputes, while Mikal Brøndmo is a seasoned litigator. Silje Helene Bakkevig Dagsland, who focuses on dispute resolution within the industries, and Sarah-Ann Kvam Holte, who specialises in offshore construction and shipbuilding contracts, are also recommended, and Bjørn Gisle Grønlie aptly assists with contract negotiations.

Praxisleiter:

Christopher Sveen


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Mikal Brøndmo; Silje Helene Bakkevig Dagsland; Sarah-Ann Kvam Holte; Bjørn Gisle Grønlie


Referenzen

‘Very good understanding of the offshore construction industry.’

‘Christopher Sveen provides clear and practical advice that provides value.’

‘Haavind AS has extensive knowledge of governmental and public procurements. The Company covers all necessary topics to achieve a good negotiation result and at the same time ensure that the contract is in line with National laws and regulations.’

Kernmandanten

Aker Solutions


Norsk Industri/The Federation of Norwegian Industries


Miros


Technip Energies


Nova Sea


The Norwegian Ministry of Defence


Renewables Norway


Seafood Norway AS


Jarle Bergs Sønner AS


Highlight-Mandate


  • Assisting Ingka – the Swedish furniture giant IKEA’s investment branch – with its investment in offshore wind in Norway.
  • Assisted Nova Sea AS in the drafting and negotiations for the procurement of a closed floating fishfarm structure to be designed, built and delivered by FishGLOBE.
  • Acting as legal and strategic adviser for Norsk Industri on the development and implementation of the new standard contracts for deliveries to the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS) and various other initiatives for development of the oil and gas and offshore industries.

Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS

Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS is sought out by an impressive roster of clients including suppliers, rig owners, energy companies, and infrastructure operators for contentious and non-contentious work in the offshore space. The practice group is co-led by Pål Lieungh, who advises Norwegian companies undertaking international projects; and Jacob F Bull who takes point on complex development projects. Other key practitioners are Mads Haavardsholm, who heads up the shipping practice and focuses on corporate shipping matters, and Henrik Hagberg, who is a good contact for contentious and non-contentious matters across the industry.

Praxisleiter:

Jacob F Bull; Pål Lieungh


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Mads Haavardsholm; Henrik Hagberg; Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik; Alexander Aarthur Stulien


Referenzen

‘One of the most predominant teams in Norway on offshore energy. They have experience going way back, but also have gained and impressive track record in offshore wind, onshore wind, and PV solar.’

‘Jacob Bull is standing out as a beacon of talent and trustworthiness. You want this guy on your team at all times, and his younger team to support.’

‘The most important for us is the relation to Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik and her extensive experience with the type of issues we are addressing. Kristine is also excellent in supporting her team to make sure we got the best possible support.’

Kernmandanten

Equinor ASA


Myklebust Verft


DNO International ASA


Island Offshore/Borgstein


Enhanced Drilling AS


ConocoPhillips


Kongsberg Gruppen


AS Nymo


Viken Shipping


Gdansk Shiprepair Yard “Remontowa” S.A.


Vard Group AS


Fearnley Advisors AS/Transportation Recovery Fund


Apollo Asset Ltd/Hunter Group ASA


Arne Blystad/OHT ASA


Qatar Navigation – Milaha


Econnect Energy AS


Island Drilling AS


OHT Alfa Lift AS


TECO 2030 AS


Wellesley Petroleum AS


France Pelagique SAS


J.D. Irving, Limited / Atlantic Harrier Limited Partnership


Southern Wind Shipyards (PTY) Limited


Green Island Shipholding


Optime Subsea AS


Pareto Securities ASA


Vestfrakt Shipping AS


Vestland Shipping AS


Seadrill Offshore AS


WintershallDea


Highlight-Mandate


  • Assisted Nymo in the contract negotiations and the contract follow-up of three contracts with respectively Aker Solutions, NOV, and Parat.
  • Represents the Norwegian Coastal Administration in a dispute against Consto Anlegg Nord AS and Multiconsult AS.

Advokatfirmaet Schjødt

Praised for its ‘very good understanding of the offshore construction industry’, Advokatfirmaet Schjødt covers the full range of offshore construction work, standing out for complex offshore construction contracts and disputes. The practice group is co-led by Trond Sollund, who specialises in litigation and arbitration in the oil and gas energy sector; and Camilla Bråfelt, who is a key name for advising on the conversion of FPSOs and FSRUs. Experienced litigator Erlend Holstrøm handles complex offshore construction disputes, while Norman Hansen Meyer is a contract specialist. Other notable practitioners include Andreas A. Johansen, who takes point on the late phases of projects, and Bernhard Slagsvold.

Praxisleiter:

Trond Sollund; Camilla Bråfelt


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Erlend Holstrøm; Norman Hansen Meyer; Andreas A. Johansen; Bernhard Slagsvold


Referenzen

‘Very good understanding of the offshore construction industry.’

‘Andreas A Johansen provides quick clear and practical advice that provides value.’

‘This law firm provides excellent legal services in a timely manner. They have a deep understanding of our business areas, allowing them to tailor their advice to our specific needs.’

Kernmandanten

Vard Group AS


Yinson Production AS


BW Offshore


Vår Energi ASA


Moreld Offshore Wind AS


VårGrønn AS


Norsk Havvind AS


Total E&P Norge AS


Wintershall Dea Norge AS


Neptune Energy Norway AS


Reach Subsea ASA


Altera Infrastructure AS


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Reach Subsea AS on drafting and negotiating contracts for multiple subsea and offshore projects across Norway, Scotland, France, the US, and Singapore, including offshore installation, construction, and subsea intervention operations.
  • Assisted Moreld Offshore Wind AS in drafting and negotiating standard contracts for engineering, goods, and fabrication services for offshore wind projects in Norway and the UK.
  • Advised SLB in negotiating contracts for fabrication services and the purchase of engineering services and goods as part of the creation of a joint venture with Subsea 7 and Aker Solutions, integrating these services within the OneSubsea family on a global scale.

Selmer

Selmer’s practice is singled out for its ‘highly dedicated, very experienced team’, sought after by contractors and suppliers on traditional oil and gas projects and offshore renewable projects. Nicolai Myren leads the team and regularly advises on contract negotiations, project follow-up and transactions, while fellow practice head Martin Tandstad Ege is a key name for contracts.

Praxisleiter:

Nicolai Myren; Martin Tandstad Ege


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Andreas Kyllingstad; Gina Amalie Kleveland


Referenzen

‘The team strives to provide their services in the clear context of our business’s operations and objectives and this often results in the firm making valuable proposals for opportunities that otherwise may not have been recognised.’

‘Nicolai Myren is notably in tune with our complex operational requirements and his understanding of the diverse and complicated nature of our operations is commendable.’

‘Nicolai Myren is brilliant – he is personable, responsive and great to deal with.’

Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised TechnipFMC on the contract negotiations for delivery of the first all-electric subsea system for carbon transportation and storage specifically tailored for a carbon capture project in the UK’s East Coast Cluster.
  • Advised COSL in connection with the negotiation of the two multi million contracts awarded by Vår Energi for long-term drilling operations in the Barents Sea and the Balder Area with the semisubmersible drilling rigs the “COSLProspector” and the “COSLPioneer”, respectively.
  • Advised Ocean Installer on a significant contract with TotalEnergies EP Angola for the GIR FLEX project, an extension program aimed at extending the operational life of the FPSO at the Block 17 field offshore Angola.

Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig

With offices in Oslo, Bergen, Stavanger and Singapore, Advokatfirmaet Simonsen Vogt Wiig leverages its shipping, offshore and oil and gas strength to advise shipowners, financers, shipyards and oil companies. In Oslo, Yannis Litinas heads up the ocean team and has expertise in contracts for specialised vessels and projects, while Erlend Lous and Christine Rødsæther focus on shipping transactions, and Jan Vablum oversees the Bergen construction team. For offshore construction projects, Stavanger-based practice head Gunnar Espeland is recommended. Lars Inge Ørstavik and Hågen Hansen left the team in 2024.

Praxisleiter:

Yannis Litinas; Jan Vablum; Gunnar Espeland


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Erlend Lous; Christine Rødsæther


Referenzen

‘Christine Rødsæther is attentive, highly skilled and provides practical feedback on basis of her knowledge and long experience within the finance and shipping sector.’

Kernmandanten

Offshore Merchant Partners


Endur ASA and its subsidiaries


Westcon Yards AS


ABN AMRO Bank N.V., DNB Bank ASA, NIBC Bank N.V.


Nordea Bank AB (publ) filial I Norge


Yinson Production


Fjord 1 AS


Volstad Maritime AS


Fosen Yard AS


Oma Baatbyggeri AS


Marinacc AS.


Songa/Blystad group


WLR/TRF


Uthalden AS


RFOcean Ltd


Eurazeo


Clarksons/Hercules Supply AS


GC Rieber Shipping AS


G2 Ocean AS


Grieg Shipping II AS


Grieg Shipowning AS


Wergeland Group AS (including Solund Yard)


Yara Norge AS


Eidsvaag AS


Grieg Logistics


Lunasol Polaris AS


Kleven Yard


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing DNB Bank as agent for a syndicate of banks and Export Finance Norway in connection with the financing of two purpose-built wind turbine installation vessels under construction at a Chinese shipyard.
  • Representing Hercules Supply, a new entity set up by CPF and Clarksons Project Finance Shipping, in connection with the largest PSV order for a decade.

Wikborg Rein

Delivering ‘excellent, commercial, and quality advice on any subject’, Wikborg Rein has particular strength in cross-border work as well as disputes relating to offshore projects. Practice head Øyvind Axe is well-versed in transactions within the shipping and offshore fields, while fellow practice head Andreas Fjærvoll-Larsen focuses on agreements for construction and conversion for offshore clients. Elsewhere in the team, Christian James-Olsen heads up the renewables energy group, and Morten Valen Eide and Stian Holm Johannessen are recommended for disputes in the industry.

Praxisleiter:

Øyvind Axe; Andreas Fjærvoll-Larsen


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Christian James-Olsen; Morten Valen Eide; Stian Holm Johannessen


Referenzen

‘The legal team demonstrates a deep understanding of the market and its key players, providing valuable insights rooted in practical experience. Their advisory approach is hands-on, ensuring that they remain closely engaged with the specifics of each matter.’

‘They are approachable and communicate complex legal issues in a clear and easily understandable manner. The team consistently exhibits out-of-the-box thinking, showing creativity and strategic foresight in problem-solving. Overall, their innovative and strategic mindset sets them apart as a trusted legal partner.’

‘Christian James-Olsen’s advice has consistently delivered successful outcomes, and he demonstrates a great deal of patience in listening to and understanding the client’s needs. I have complete trust in the team’s expertise, particularly in matters concerning the relevant Offshore market.’

Kernmandanten

Aas Mek. Verksted


Fitjar Mekaniske Verksted


Fjord 1


Lerøy Seafood


Floatel International


Fred. Olsen Windcarriers


Gram Car Carriers


Solstad Offshore


Norwegian Royal Navy


BW Offshore


Macro Offshore


Jacktel


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted for offshore service supplier Beerenberg in the conclusion of a $1.2bn long-term service contract with ConocoPhillips for the provision of various offshore services in the North Sea.

Arntzen de Besche

Arntzen de Besche stands out within the oil and gas industry with competence in both contentious and non-contentious mandates. Karl Erik Navestad oversees the team, with broad expertise spanning offshore development projects, FPSO projects and construction contracts, while Ole Skeidsvoll Moe advises on international projects and developments, and Anders Rødland assists on projects, disputes and deals.

Praxisleiter:

Karl Erik Navestad


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ole Skeidsvoll Moe; Anders Rødland


Referenzen

‘Karl Erik Navestad – very solid and works efficiently with large and complicated cases.’

Kernmandanten

Gassco AS


Fuella AS


Aqualoop AS


Andfjord Salmon


Gaia Salmon Holding AS


KSR ANS


Highlight-Mandate


  • Assisting Aqualoop AS with its development of the “Big Dipper”, a solution for farming at sea which is optimal for the biological production of salmon and other species regardless of weather conditions.
  • Assisting Gaia Salmon AS with the process of developing a state-of-the-art land-based recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) facility at Træna, Norway.
  • Assisting Norwegian start-up company Fuella with its Skipavika plant, the first green ammonia project to be developed.

Kvale Advokatfirma DA

Under the leadership Kristian Lindhartsen, Kvale Advokatfirma DA‘s practice handles the full range of offshore construction issues, with particular strength in offshore disputes. Gry Bratvold is a key name for international offshore projects, including oil, gas and wind projects, while Lilly Kathrin Relling is a good name for building, subsea, drilling and seismic contracts. Other notable practitioners are Andreas Stang Lund and Jostein Moen.

Praxisleiter:

Kristian Lindhartsen


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Gry Bratvold; Lilly Kathrin Relling; Andreas Stang Lund; Jostein Moen


Referenzen

‘Very dedicated and professional team with both transactional and dispute capacities.’

‘Kvale’s Offshore Construction practice is characterised by its solid expertise and practical approach to legal issues within the industry. The team has a strong understanding of the complexities involved in offshore projects and provides clear, concise advice that is tailored to the client’s needs.’

‘Working with individuals like Kristian Lindhartsen and Lilly Relling has been a positive experience. They stand out for their professionalism, thoroughness, and commitment to understanding the nuances of each case. Their clear communication and attention to detail make complex legal matters more accessible. I have valued their practical advice and the collaborative approach they bring to their work.’

Kernmandanten

Havila


Fearnlys Offshore


Bourbon Offshore Norway


First Marine


Brit Syndicate 2987


Nørresundby Rederi & Shipping af 2017


Vilma Oil


Hardangerfrakt


Clarksons Platou


Kongsberg Maritime


Noble Corporation (formerly Maersk Drilling)


Statnett SF


Solution Seeker


WR Berkley Insurance (Europe)


Lancashire Insurance


Eagle Burgmann Norway


BW Offshore


Iberdrola Renovables