Transport: Logistics
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 2
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0141 248 4672About
Provided by Brodies LLP
Our transport expertise includes lawyers who deal with logistics issues, for a diverse range of logistics clients across the whole transport sector – with recognised specialist expertise in shipping and rail – as well as road and aviation.
We support clients in the development of new or enhanced national transport infrastructure and the building and financing of new vessels, rolling stock and vehicles, in addition to the key role of supporting the day-to-day operations of our clients' businesses within the transport and distribution sector.
We advise major players across the transport sector, including many household names, and our team includes several Scottish-based transport lawyers, recognised for their expertise in key subsectors:
- Shipping, marine and logistics
- Road regulatory work
- Rail infrastructure
- Road infrastructure
- Rail franchise and operations
- Port operations and development
- Advising airports on both strategic and day-to-day issues
Chambers Review
Brodies represents a range of clients, including ferry operators, freight forwarders and port authorities, in an array of logistics issues. It offers contractual and regulatory advice, as well as representation in disputes. The firm advises clients active in both domestic and international markets. It is also adept at advising on cases concerning transit by rail and road.
Work Highlights
- Recently Brodies advised Ukraine's Export Credit Agency on war risk insurance to allow shipments to continue being exported through the Black Sea.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We get expert advice that we can rely on and we get it quickly."
"They have the expertise to be able to handle any query we have."
"Their responsiveness is outstanding. We are never kept waiting."
"We get expert advice that we can rely on and we get it quickly."
"They have the expertise to be able to handle any query we have."
"Their responsiveness is outstanding. We are never kept waiting."
Notable Practitioners
Duncan MacLean is head of the shipping and transport practice at the firm and has extensive experience in the industry. His practice includes a range of regulatory, contractual and funding disputes, with notable experience handling insurance, damage and theft of cargo matters.
"We know that if we have an issue, he will find the answer."
"He is extremely proficient, professional, knowledgeable and personable."