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BonelliErede's shipping, transport and logistics team covers shipping and transport transactions, along with related infrastructure, labour, bankruptcy, antitrust, tax, and administrative law issues. The enviable client base ranges from shipowners, airways, port authorities, terminal operators, and logistics and railways operators, to shipyards, shipping agents, insurance companies, private equity funds, and banks. Mainly based in the firm's London office, team leader and maritime law expert Enrico Vergani is 'undeniably a legal champion'. Supporting Vergani in Genoa are experienced maritime and transport law practitioners Andrea La Mattina and Marco Mastropasqua.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'The best features of the team are that it is always up to date, as well as being very competent.
  • 'The level of service provided by Bonelli Erede is truly in a league of its own, surpassing competitors by a considerable margin.'
  • 'The brand perception of this firm is itself an added value when it comes to dealing with various domestic and international parties. The firm's reputation across EMEA and recognition in the industry provides clients with a distinct advantage in their business relationships.'
  • 'The expertise and competence of the firm's team are truly remarkable and the services they offer are on par with the highest standards in law firm assistance.'
  • 'Enrico Vergani is truly the cream of the crop in the legal world. Undeniably a legal champion, possessing a rare blend of exceptional competence, sharp intellect, and a remarkable ability to perform at the absolute highest level.'
  • 'Andrea La Mattina, in particular, immediately understands the client's needs; he is very quick at performing the required tasks, and has a very courteous and reassuring approach.'
  • 'Andrea La Mattina stands out as a brilliant lawyer and professor with profound knowledge of the business and the key issues in the maritime sector. His expertise adds a unique dimension to the assistance provided by the firm, offering valuable insights and solutions that are tailored to specific needs.'
  • 'Marco Mastropasqua consistently delivers excellent-quality work with a highly practical and results-oriented approach. His contributions bring tangible and concrete value to clients' interactions with the firm, reinforcing their position as a trusted partner for legal matters.'

Key clients

  • Banchero Costa
  • Fincantieri
  • Ital Brokers
  • RINA
  • North Standard
  • Kering Italia S.p.A.
  • Generali Italia S.p.A.
  • SIAT Assicurazioni S.p.A. (Unipol Group)
  • F.lli Cosulich S.p.A.
  • Persico Marine

Work highlights

  • Assisted Ital Brokers with several mandates, including a brokerage mandate concerning Scorpio.
  • Assisted Liquigas with the drafting of standard contracts for customs agents.
  • Assisted ReFuel in relation to an accident that occurred within the port of Genoa (the ship lost stability during loading operations).

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Enrico Vergani

Other key lawyers

Andrea La Mattina, Marco Mastropasqua