Eubelius has a standout practice in the mobility sector, acting for public and private sector clients across all modes of transport, from rail and bus infrastructure to aviation and road charging and tolling systems. The team provides a one-stop shop for advisory, procurement, PPP, corporate and litigation support in regulated environments. Key figures include Alain François, noted for tolling and PPP expertise, corporate specialist Jeroen Delvoie, competition head Jan Bocken, public law lead Barteld Schutyser and procurement expert Hans Plancke.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Eubelius utilises a proactive effort to understand the specific challenges and regulatory landscape of our sector. Their lawyers don’t just answer legal questions; they think along with us, anticipate risks. They also include alternatives for legal problems.'
- ‘Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work with several lawyers from Eubelius, and I’ve consistently been impressed by their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to tailor their advice to the specific needs of our organisation. What sets them apart is not just their legal expertise, but their willingness to engage with the business context and think beyond the purely legal framework.'
- ‘We frequently work with this firm in the context of public procurement, both on the side of government and private partners. They combine excellent knowledge of the market and prevailing practices with a highly skilled and pragmatic approach. The team is accessible, responsive, and very pleasant to work with, which makes collaboration efficient and effective.’
- ‘Barteld Schutyser is very knowledgeable and has a sharp, analytical mind. He approaches negotiations with determination and skill, making him a tough but respected negotiator. He is also highly pragmatic, thinks along with the client and their business needs, and has an excellent understanding of common market practices.'
- ‘Very client-friendly, very flexible, and very accessible.’
Key clients
- VDL Groep
- TDL Group
- Skeyes
- Audi Brussels
- (Vlaamse Vervoermaatschappij) De Lijn
- Departement Mobiliteit en Openbare Werken (MOW)
- Viapass
- NMBS | SNCB
- Port of Antwerp-Bruges (POAB) | Haven van Antwerpen
- Ministerie van Infrastructuur en Waterstaat| Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management
- RDW
- De Werkvennootschap
Work highlights
Advised Viapass, the Belgian Regions and SOFICO on the operation and regulatory framework of the Belgian road charging system, including the implementation of CO₂-tolling and a new route ticket.
Advised SNCB-NMBS on corporate restructurings, regulatory and transport-related matters, including negotiations with the Belgian State on its management contract and the execution of the Transport Plan.
Advised Skeyes on corporate governance, regulatory matters and the development of a digital tower centre, including interpretation of the Single European Sky package and subsidiary management.
Practice head
Alain François; Jeroen Delvoie; Jan Bocken; Anneleen Van de Meulebroucke; Hans Plancke; Barteld Schutyser
Other key lawyers
Rosita Geelen