Ploum boasts a ‘robust and highly capable team’ which is highly sought-after for its depth of expertise in a wide range of transportation mandates. The team is led by the trio of Jikke Biermasz, Marijn van Tuijl and Albert Wiggers. Biermasz is praised for her ’creative and hands on approach’, which is regularly deployed on customs claims, logistics mandates and road transportation lawsuits. Van Tuijl brings a wealth of shipping experience to the team and is particularly adept at handling corporate negotiations. Wiggers is noted for his capabilities in the negotiation of maritime joint ventures and commercial transportation matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Jikke Biermasz has extensive experience and works efficiently and responsively.’
Key clients
- Wintershall Noordzee
- Peinemann
- AIG
- DSV
- Customs Support Group
- Hutchison Ports Europe
- HES International
- Maersk
- Matrans
- Nedcargo
- KGH Customs
- APM Terminals
Work highlights
Representing a consortium of buyers of 260 BMW cars purchased after being offloaded from the mv Fremantle Highway, a car carrying vessel which endured a widespread fire.
Supported Customs Support Group in multiple due diligence projects in acquisitions of customs brokering / freight forwarding businesses throughout Europe, supporting the client’s buy and build strategy.
Representing freight forwarder Flexport International in interim relief proceedings concerning the exercise of a right of retention on dozens of shipping containers with merchandise ordered by toy retailer Intertoys.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Jikke Biermasz; Marijn van Tuijl; Albert Wiggers
Other key lawyers
Mirjam Louws