Andrew Rigden Green

Andrew Rigden Green is a leading voice in the maritime legal community for decarbonisation. He has an enviable track record as one of Asia’s top-ranked maritime lawyers, consistently ranked Leading Partner for Hong Kong Shipping by Legal 500, a Band 1 Shipping Litigator in China by Chambers and recognised as pre-eminent by Doyle’s Guide.  Andrew brings decades of experience advising on some of the region’s most complex maritime disputes. This deep grounding in shipping law allows him to bridge legal rigour with strategic foresight as he advises clients navigating the evolving landscape of maritime decarbonisation.

Building on this expertise, Andrew has expanded his practice into a trusted advisory role on low- and zero-carbon strategies for leading maritime, logistics and infrastructure clients. At Watson Farley & Williams (WFW), Andrew is a key figure driving the firm’s Asia-Pacific ESG offering, advising on energy transition policy, emissions regulation and compliance, and digital transformation in global trade. His ability to translate intricate regulatory frameworks into commercially workable solutions makes him a sought-after advisor across the region.
My Sustainability Goals for 2025:

1.  to see Hong Kong become a leading example of a low carbon port
2. to see Hong Kong become a leading green fuels hub in Asia
3. to see a transition in the Hong Kong fleet away from carbon intensive fuels