Kennedys is instructed by logistics companies and their insurers across shipping, road transport, and cargo handling issues, as well as acting for international airlines in matters such as cargo claims, robberies, and road transportation disputes. Practice head Dimitri de Bournonville is an authority on aviation finance and regulatory matters. Dries Deschuttere leverages his background in insurance law to handle, among other issues, claims that airline clients receive for compensation to passengers following a delay or cancelled flight.
Testimonials
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‘Deep industry knowledge, the firm understands what a company needs.’
‘High performance team for regulatory matters in the transport and shipping sector. Quick and actionable advice.’
Key clients
- AIG
- Air Belgium
Work highlights
- Acting for CV Starr as lead insurers in the defence of multiple cargo claims against Air Belgium and CMA CGM for intercontinental transportation of cargo.
- Assisted CNA Hardy as cargo insurer in relation to a claim involving a bulk shipment of diesel that indicated shortage of 79 MT after loading and incurred contamination on route.