Loss Management
Our technical expertise is invaluable in resolving disputes and claims. Project Orchid's main areas of our involvement include: total loss, salvage and wreck removal and cargo damage.
Safety and Risk Assessment
Project Orchid is very active in the wreck removal field as well as salvage of cargo lost at sea or within the hull itself. Wreck removal contracts are usually commercial BIMCO contracts, either lump sum, fixed price, or day-rate contracts. Our team is experienced at advising clients on the technical management of the entire wreck removal phase, from initial contract tender to finally signing off on the wreck removal process upon completion by the contractor. We can supply the following services:
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Advice on salvage costs & repairs
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Compilation of tender letter
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Tender evaluation for wreck removal
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Short-listing bidders
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Tender award process
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Contract monitoring during wreck removal including milestones
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Final completion
Distressed Cargo Management
We provide comprehensive distressed cargo management solutions for ship cargoes that are partially or totally damaged, corrupted, contaminated or abandoned.
Project Orchid is able to undertake the assessment plan, recovery, collection, transportation and reconciliation of cargo, in full compliance with local legislation. We work closely with everyone involved in order to implement the safest and most cost effective solution.
Claims and Disputes
We provide detailed advice to many law firms, charterers and owners regarding cargo and shipyard disputes, as well as fires, hull and machinery damage claims. Our experience
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Project Orchid's experienced team includes accredited consultants and surveyors capable of dealing with all areas of the claims and dispute process from initial contact to final delivery of outcome.
