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Dickinson Dees LLP’s transport team is led by heavy rail specialist David Rewcastle. The bulk of the group’s work in 2011 involved advising passenger franchise operators on matters such as rolling stock modifications and regulatory matters; highlights included advising London Midland on the purchase of rolling stock from Siemens, and advising Southern on the amendment of its franchise agreement with the Department for Transport for the purchase of vehicles. Other clients include Go Ahead, Arriva and the Department for Transport.

Ward Hadaway’s Judy Baker continues to advise Nexus on the five-year project introducing a regional travel smartcard to the region. Melanie Pears leads the practice.

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