Transport & Logistics
“The Australian transport and logistics industry is dynamic and central to our national prosperity. A complex, onerous and ever-changing regulatory regime, coupled with a highly competitive market, presents numerous challenges to all operators. Our clients rely on us to provide accurate and timely advice, and value our in-depth understanding of their businesses.”
Ian Sinclair, Partner and Head of Transport & Logistics
Services and Expertise
Cornwall Stodart is widely recognised for its expertise in the
transport and logistics industry. Our clients are indicative of the
industry's diversity and range from road freight companies and
logistics businesses to developers of rail transport
facilities.
Our Transport & Logistics team advises clients on transport
and logistics contracts and regulatory issues, property
transactions, road and rail infrastructure, construction, workplace
relations, occupational health and safety, dispute resolution and
intellectual property matters.
We are vitally interested in our clients and the success of
their businesses. We have a comprehensive understanding of the
industry and issues affecting operators, from subcontracting to
carbon emissions. We strive to deliver the best possible outcomes
for our clients, enabling them to get on with business with a
minimum of fuss and within budget.
Areas of Industry Expertise
Our expertise covers:
- commercial contracts, including transport and logistics
agreements
- owner driver contracts
- property transactions
- road and rail infrastructure
- construction
- regulatory issues including carbon emissions
- workplace relations and occupational health and safety
- dispute resolution
- intellectual property issues.