UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
Provided by Weightmans
Transport and logistics businesses operate in an increasingly complex environment. Regulatory scrutiny, supply chain disruption, international trade pressures, workforce challenges, technological change, cyber risk and the transition to lower-carbon operations all present legal and commercial risks that require specialist support.
Our team of transport lawyers advises all those involved in the Transport & Logistics (T&L) Sector and supply chain including, shipping lines, charterers, hauliers, fleet operators, freight forwarders, port and warehouse operators, cargo traders, and insurers, on commercial issues (including transactions) and disputes arising out all aspects of the domestic and international movement of goods by road, rail, sea and air, as well as passenger carriage.
Our understanding of the T&L sector goes beyond interpretation of legal conventions, rules and regulations and extends to practical and operational expertise built on years of working in partnership with leaders in the sector. These partnerships have helped us to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions for the problems you face.
Risk management, risk avoidance and brand protection are at the heart of our service. We identify and resolve potential problems before they materialise, provide sector specific advice and assist in implementing strategy.
Provided by Chambers
Weightmans has a respected team that boasts a broad client base in transport and logistics. It regularly acts for owners and marine insurers, as well as hauliers and freight forwarders. The team is noted for its adept handling of disputes and insurance matters, and has additional expertise in regulatory compliance.
Mike Burns is a key contact at the firm.
Provided by Chambers
Weightmans acted for Peel Ports Group on numerous commercial and litigation matters including advising Peel/Port of Sheerness on new commercial and charging arrangements for calls by a Finnish vessel operator at Sheerness, transferring their service from the port of Immingham.
Provided by Chambers
Their industry knowledge is second to none across their compliance team and they are also able to leverage the wider business when needed.
They have very strong technical knowledge and relevant experience.
Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.
