Dentons offers an ‘unwaveringly professional’ approach within its transportation practice, demonstrating expertise across the aviation, public transportation, shipping and logistics sectors. Banking and finance expert Jacqueline Bell heads the practice and leverages a wealth of experience dealing with aviation leasing mandates, procurement matters and shipping-focused trade finance deals. Bram Braat is praised for his ’commercial acumen’ and ‘exceptional expertise’ and is particularly sought-after for his work regarding sustainable road transportation matters. Marc Kuijper handles a wealth of contentious transportation disputes, while Kristin Annexstad provides additional depth to the practice.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Testimonials
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- 'Dentons were incredibly responsive and flexible when we approached them with a time critical matter which was critical to our business. The Dentons team invested time to get up to speed quickly with the background and provided considered and insightful advice within very tight timescales.'
- ‘Bram Baat demonstrated incredible depth of knowledge in his area. He understood and grasped complex issues quickly and explained them in a way everyone could understand. His advice gave practical suggestions and outcomes rather than just focusing on the purely legal points.'
- ‘Bram Braat demonstrated exceptional expertise in several projects, navigating me through intricate compliance issues with clarity and precision.'
- 'They understood our business and were happy to work within the constraints we had.’
- 'What truly set Bram Braat apart was the strategic acumen. He didn’t just interpret the law, he anticipated challenges, proactively addressed risks, and devised creative solutions that positioned us advantageously throughout the entire procurement process.'
- ‘They are good communicators and explain options in plain, comprehensible language, responding promptly to every question.'
Key clients
- Federatie Mobiliteitsbedrijven Nederland
- Circle K
- Daimler
- Fleetshield
- Duisburger Hafen
- PROW Capital / Green Shipping Fund
- BNP Paribas
- CargoLogicAir
- ING Bank
- Japan Airlines
- Larendael Aviation
- Noot Personenvervoer
Work highlights
Representing Federatie Mobiliteitsbedrijven Nederland (FMN) and its members in an industry defining case on the future of public transport in the Netherlands concerning the legal fight against the award of a concession by the Dutch State to NS, encompassing 95 percent of all rail transport in the Netherlands for a period of nine years.
Handling a large number of transactions for TUI, the British/German travel and tourism company.
Assisting Circle K, one of the largest petrol station operators in the Netherlands, including in various legal proceedings—both at the district court and the court of appeal, regarding the direct award of operating rights at service areas along Dutch motorways.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Jacqueline Bell
Other key lawyers
Bram Braat; Marc Kuijper; Kristin Annexstad