Samaha Advocates and Legal Consultants offers comprehensive legal services to clients in the aviation and maritime industries. Our team of attorneys has extensive experience in all aspects of these industries, including regulatory compliance, litigation, and transactions. We understand our client’s unique challenges and can provide the knowledgeable and experienced representation they need to resolve their legal issues.

The UAE has heavily invested in its aviation and maritime industries in recent years, and as a result, these industries have experienced significant growth. The airline industry, in particular, has seen a boom, with the number of passengers using UAE airports increasing by almost 20% in the past year. This growth has brought new challenges and opportunities for those involved in these industries.

In Egypt, Maritime Laws are governed by the following conventions to which Egypt is a signatory:

  • The International Convention on Salvage, 1989
  • The International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea, 1996 (HNS Convention)
  • The Protocol of 1988 to Amend the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973 as modified by the Protocol of 1997 (MARPOL)
  • The International Convention on Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage, 1992 (CLC)
  • The International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-Fouling Systems on Ships, 2001 (AFS Convention)

The Suez Canal is a waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez. It is one of the world’s most heavily used shipping lanes, with over 19,000 vessels passing through it each year. The Canal is also a significant source of income for Egypt, as it charges tolls for vessels using the waterway. Samaha Advocates has a long history of representing clients in maritime disputes involving the Suez Canal.

The aviation industry is regulated by both national and international law. The Federal Civil Aviation Authority (FCAA) regulates the aviation industry and enforces aviation laws in the UAE. The FCAA is a member of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), responsible for setting international standards and regulations for the aviation industry.

The FCAA has promulgated a number of rules and regulations governing the operation of aircraft in the UAE. These rules and regulations are designed to ensure the safety of aircraft and their passengers and protect the environment from the harmful effects of aviation. Samaha Advocates has a team of experienced aviation lawyers familiar with the UAE’s aviation laws and regulations. We have represented clients in a variety of matters. 

Our aviation legal services include:

  • Advising on the purchase, sale, and lease of aircraft
  • Advising on the registration of aircraft
  • Advising on the operation of aircraft
  • Drafting and negotiation of contracts for the purchase, sale, and lease of aircraft
  • Drafting and negotiation of contracts for the provision of aviation services
  • Advising on regulatory compliance
  • Advising on Air Carrier Licensing
  • Advising on Air Operator Certificates, among others.

Our maritime legal services include:

  • Advising on the purchase, sale, and lease of vessels
  • Advising on the registration of vessels
  • Advising on the operation of vessels
  • Drafting and negotiation of contracts for the purchase, sale, and lease of vessels
  • Drafting and negotiation of contracts for the provision of maritime services
  • Advising on regulatory compliance
  • Advising on maritime safety
  • Advising on the carriage of goods by sea
  • Drafting and negotiation of bills of lading, among others.