Practice area
Transport & logistics

Cases involving transport and logistics are often international and are becoming increasingly important due to globalisation and the growing mobility of people, goods and services. These cases can be complex because they often involve multiple parties and regulations from different jurisdictions. 

Caluwaerts Uytterhoeven offers comprehensive legal assistance in this area. We also have experience in customs and excise duty regulations.

 

Legal support for the transport & logistics industry 

We offer guidance and advice on matters involving international road, inland waterway and maritime transport. For example, our attorneys offer assistance relating to maritime collisions, cargo disputes and seizures of ships and bunkers. We also assist clients in recovering unpaid freight, haulage and commission, as well as disputes arising from affreightment contracts.

In addition to transport issues, we also assist companies with logistical services. Our legal support includes:

  • Drafting and negotiating logistical service agreements, including warehousing and freight forwarding contracts;
  • Advice and assistance in port-related activities, trade and cargo handling;
  • Legal support for cargo claims and liability limitations;
  • Guidance on classification and shipbuilding issues;
  • Solutions to other technical and legal challenges within the logistics industry.

     

Customs and excise duties 

Transport and logistics are closely linked to customs regulations and excise duties. Our specialised lawyers offer legal assistance with specific issues such as import duties, excise duties and the blocking of counterfeit goods. They assist clients in proceedings arising from these issues before both national and international authorities.

 

Disputes 

Conflicts in the transport and logistics industry often require quick and expert handling. We provide guidance on summary proceedings, judicial expert appraisals and other dispute resolution methods. We represent clients in various legal proceedings, focusing on efficient and result-oriented resolution.

 

Do you have questions relating to transport & logistics? 

Contact Caluwaerts Uytterhoeven for expert legal guidance on transport and logistics. Our firm is ready to assist you with every aspect of international transportation and logistical services.

 

Other expertise 

In addition to transport & logistics, Caluwaerts Uytterhoeven offers support in a wide range of other legal fields. Our expertise includes traffic law, company law, intellectual property and insurance

 

Where can you find our offices? 

Caluwaerts Uytterhoeven has offices in Antwerp and Turnhout, where we provide our clients with personal and professional legal counsel. 

 

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How can we help you?

If you would like more information, a personal conversation is the most appropriate way to do so. You can always make an appointment by phone or e-mail, or contact us directly.