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Ports & Terminals

Specialist lawyers advising on the acquisition, disposal, development and operation of ports and terminals

With extensive experience across the ports and terminals sector, our transactional and disputes resolution lawyers specialise in legal matters relating to the acquisition, disposal, development and operation of national and international ports and terminals. Our team are amongst the largest and most knowledgeable sector specialist teams in the world.

Having worked on over 100 projects across 45 countries across the globe, our diverse client base includes leading global port and terminal operators, international shipping lines, national port authorities, investment funds, governments bodies, harbour and coastal towage companies, transport and logistics companies, supply chain managers, infrastructure support development specialists, civil and maintenance work providers, contractors, consultants, commodities trading companies, banks and financial institutions, and insurance providers.

Our experience has been gained not only from our involvement working with the world’s leading port operators, regulators and users, but also through the employment of lawyers and industry experts from within terminal operating companies and shipping lines. This ensures delivery of the most relevant, comprehensive, and personalised legal solutions to our clients.
Alistair Mackie
Alistair Mackie
Partner
Matthew Gore
Matthew Gore
Partner

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