Transport and Trade
As the world moves into a post-COVID-19 ‘normal’, it will be important to understand how your international trading will be impacted.
Our national transport team has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by the transport industry both globally and within Australia. We have expertise in shipping, aviation, road transport and the insurances that underpin the global supply chain.
We work with local and international stakeholders to resolve commodities and trade disputes. Our team regularly litigates in the State and Federal Courts and handles disputes in Australian and international arbitration.
Our marine insurance experts work with the Australian marine insurance market, international insurers and P&I clubs to resolve coverage issues, claims and successfully pursue recovery actions.
Carriage of goods by sea – Advising ship owners, operators, managers, charterers, cargo interests and their insurers on the wide range of disputes that arise during international trade.
Carriage of goods by road and air – Advising airlines, road carriers, insurers and cargo interests on claims arising out of losses during land and air transport.
Personal injury in the aviation and marine industries – Defence of personal injury claims by passengers, crew, ground handlers and stevedores.
Marine insurance – Advising P&I, H&M, cargo, liability and pleasurecraft insurers on coverage, claims and recoveries across Australia.
Shipping regulatory – Advising on the regulation of Australian shipping including coastal trading, freight tax, payment of seafarers, importation and operation of vessels in Australia.
Industrial relations – Advising local and international employers of crew, stevedores.
Prosecutions and detentions - Defending ship owners, operators and crew members following marine pollution incidents, negligent navigation and Port State Control detentions.
Casualties – Emergency response including groundings, salvage, towage, collisions and pollution incidents.
Ship Arrest – Arresting ships or securing their release in all jurisdictions around Australia.
The Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) creates a consistent legislative framework which regulates safety standards for heavy vehicle drivers nationally, as well as maintaining the public safety of other road users.
Education – Advising on the scope of your responsibilities and risks associated with the HVNL.
Contracting – Drafting HVNL clauses for inclusion in your transport contracts or contracts for the supply of goods or services involving a heavy vehicle.
Risk Management – Drafting vendor questionnaires and operational systems to allow you to appropriately vet your service providers and manage your HVNL compliance.
Defence – Managing and defending HVNL investigations and prosecutions.
