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Transport: Rail: Rolling Stock - UK-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Burges Salmon has an outstanding rail practice that works with clients across the spectrum of matters. It provides expert representation for joint ventures and is also recognised for its expertise in rolling stock projects and regulatory mandates. The firm also boasts expertise in the freight industry. Additionally, it is noted for its strength in rail litigation and arbitration.

Work Highlights

  • Burges Salmon advised Sizewell C on its use of rail freight to transport construction materials to the site of its new nuclear power station.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Brioney Thomas
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Brioney Thomas
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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.

Brioney Thomas has a real depth of expertise in rail matters.

She's a real rail expert and very client-friendly.

Chris Simms
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Chris Simms
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Chris Simms has a strong practice advising prominent private and public clients in the rail space on financial, regulatory and commercial matters.

Chris is able to understand the detail from a legal and commercial perspective and advise in a way that permits informed decision-making for his client.

Chris has extensive industry knowledge; he understands the nuances and complexities of any subject we have engaged with him on. He proposes different solutions and options.

Ian Tucker
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Ian Tucker
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Ian Tucker regularly advises government operators and transport companies on procurement matters and contentious issues within the industry.

Ian is a standout supporter, always there on the phone, and is very calm and methodical.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Transport: Rail

Brioney Thomas
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Brioney Thomas
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Band 1
Chris Simms
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Chris Simms
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Band 3
Ian Tucker
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Ian Tucker
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Band 3