Transport: Rail: Franchising
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Burges Salmon has an outstanding rail practice that works with clients across the spectrum of franchising matters. It provides expert representation for joint ventures and is also recognised for its expertise in rolling stock projects and regulatory mandates. The firm is also noted for its strength in rail litigation and arbitrations.
Work Highlights
- Burges Salmon advised TransPennine Express in relation to infrastructure improvements, related procurement and ongoing maintenance.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are very calm in a crisis."
"Their ability to keep up to date with ever-changing developments makes the team a delight to work with and gives assurance that they are at the top of their game."
"Burges Salmon consistently offer solutions to complex issues that work well."
"They are very calm in a crisis."
"Their ability to keep up to date with ever-changing developments makes the team a delight to work with and gives assurance that they are at the top of their game."
"Burges Salmon consistently offer solutions to complex issues that work well."
Notable Practitioners
Simon Coppen has a strong reputation in the sector, with particular expertise in franchising matters. He advises on a multitude of rail matters including contract amendments and regulatory issues, and also has experience of infrastructure modernisation projects.
"He is extraordinarily good."
"Simon knows his stuff very well."
Head of the firm's transport team, Brioney Thomas regularly advises on infrastructure and franchising projects. She is also experienced in regulatory matters. Thomas's clients include operators, government authorities and rolling stock manufacturers.
"She knows the rail industry, living and breathing it."
"Brioney's experience and knowledge in her industry makes her a leading light in the rail industry."
"She has an innovative approach to emerging issues."
Chris Simms has a strong practice advising prominent private and public clients in the rail space on financial, regulatory and commercial matters.
"Chris knows his stuff well."
Ian Tucker regularly advises government operators and transport companies on procurement matters and contentious issues within the industry.
"Ian is fantastic. He is a fount of knowledge, very methodical and systematic in his approach."
"He has fantastic depth of expertise and experience in specific areas of rail."
"His calm and collected manner in which to approach complexities is instrumental."
Ranked Lawyers at
Burges Salmon LLP
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