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TRANG NGUYEN

Singapore

Summary

Results-driven maritime legal and claims counsel with over 13 years of experience in the global shipping industry. Highly skilled in managing complex Protection and Indemnity (P&I) and Freight, Demurrage and Defense (FD&D) matters including charter party disputes, cargo claims, hire/off-hire issues, and arbitrations under LMAA and SCMA rules. Proven success in securing favorable outcomes through negotiation, mediation and litigation. Deep expertise in charter party contracts (voyage, time, and COA), sanction compliance, and marine environmental regulations. Valued for strong commercial acumen, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic legal support that drives business resilience and regulatory compliance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal and Claims Counsel

Western Bulk Pte Ltd
01.2019 - Current
  • Manage a broad range of P&I and FD&D claims including cargo damage, Damage To Hull (DTH), stevedore damage, bunker disputes, hire/off-hire, laytime/demurrage, and force majeure events.
  • Involved in maritime arbitration (LMAA, SCMA), litigation, and mediation.
  • Advise internal teams on legal strategy, compliance, and contract risks.
  • Liaise with external counsel, P&I clubs, experts and adjusters.
  • Monitor sanctions compliance and environmental regulations (e.g. EU ETS, FuelEU).
  • Key Achievement: Successfully led a tripartite mediation in London (Nov 2024) resolving a USD 3M dispute favorably for the company.

Charter Party Advisor

Western Bulk Pte Ltd
01.2015 - 12.2018
  • Drafted and negotiated voyage/time charter parties and COAs (NYPE, GENCON, GRAINCON, CONGENBILL).
  • Advised commercial teams on complex clauses, including off-hire, laytime, demurrage, deviation, and cancellation provisions.
  • Delivered in-house training on charter party risks and legal developments.

Marine Accounting Executive

Western Bulk Pte Ltd
10.2013 - 12.2014
  • Oversaw voyage P&L, reconciled freight and hire, validated invoices, and liaised across departments.
  • Supported post-fixture operations and managed receivables.

Relationship Manager – Indochina

ANZ Banking Group
09.2010 - 04.2013
  • Managed high-net-worth clients across Asia Pacific.
  • Achieved investment sales targets and provided tailored advice.
  • Recognized for building the Vietnam market from scratch and identified as leadership talent.
  • Awards: Certificate of Recognition for Customer Acquisition (2012), Fast-track development program participant

Customer Coordinator – Product Supply

Procter & Gamble Asia
05.2009 - 02.2010
  • Managed direct sales and order fulfillment across Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam.
  • Controlled credit limits and overdue invoices.
  • Supported SAP/CRM systems and led EDI integration for Metro Vietnam.
  • Recognition: ASEAN Best High Performance Team Award (2009)

Marketing – Summer Analyst

HSBC
12.2007 - 02.2008
  • Assisted in market/product analysis and supported product launch.
  • Supported loan documentation and credit reviews.

Education

Diploma - Maritime Law

North Kent College & Lloyd’s Maritime Academy
12.2024

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance

University of Queensland
12.2008

Certificate IV in University Preparation - undefined

IES UQ
12.2005

High School Diploma - Chemistry

Hanoi Amsterdam High School
12.2004

Skills

  • Charter Party Contracts & Negotiation
  • Maritime claims management
  • Experience with LMAA & SCMA
  • Knowledge of sanctions and environmental regulations
  • Commercial Shipping Operations
  • Stakeholder & Cross-functional Communication
  • Legal analysis and drafting
  • Case file management
  • IMOS, SEDNA, SAP, CRM

Languages

English (Fluent)
Vietnamese (Native)

Hobbies and Interests

Yoga, Golf, Cycling, Painting & Art

Timeline

Legal and Claims Counsel

Western Bulk Pte Ltd
01.2019 - Current

Charter Party Advisor

Western Bulk Pte Ltd
01.2015 - 12.2018

Marine Accounting Executive

Western Bulk Pte Ltd
10.2013 - 12.2014

Relationship Manager – Indochina

ANZ Banking Group
09.2010 - 04.2013

Customer Coordinator – Product Supply

Procter & Gamble Asia
05.2009 - 02.2010

Marketing – Summer Analyst

HSBC
12.2007 - 02.2008

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance

University of Queensland

Certificate IV in University Preparation - undefined

IES UQ

High School Diploma - Chemistry

Hanoi Amsterdam High School

Diploma - Maritime Law

North Kent College & Lloyd’s Maritime Academy

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