Anthony Harper specialises in shipping-related matters, port services arrangements, procurement, international standards and treaties, loss and damage, and M&A matters. The firm is also well-versed in providing contentious advice, including in debt recovery and disputes relating to employment and health and safety. Chris Dann, the practice head, assists with shipping contracts, freight forwarding, distribution arrangements, and regulatory advice. Jordan Wright is experienced in supply chain issues and is especially knowledgeable on regulatory requirements.
Testimonials
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‘The team, led by Chris Dann, are very knowledgeable and pragmatic. They are quick to cover off risks and find answers to questions if they fall outside of their direct expertise.’
‘Chris Dann has a very knowledgeable team, understands how to prioritise clients' needs and is quick to identify key issues that need to be addressed.'
Key clients
- Americold NZ Limited
- Ports of Auckland Limited
Work highlights
- Advising Westland Mineral Sands on the procurement of a foreign flagged 97m self-propelled barge from Singaporean owners to be used in connection with the export of heavy minerals and and third party cargo carriage.
- Advising Centre Port in relation to the re-negotiation and later variation of a major, long-term freight carriage agreement with KiwiRail.