Pinsent Masons LLP is especially well regarded for its experience in the maritime and shipping spaces, covering the full waterfront of contentious and non-contentious issues. The group also excels in community developments and the associated transport links, road-related operational issues, and inner city tram and rail ventures. Team lead Bruce Craig is highly regarded for his expertise in high-profile and sensitive marine health and safety incidents, while Gavin Farquhar is a key name for developers, vessel suppliers and public authorities involved in offshore wind enterprises, harbour expansions and renovations, and commercial shipping operations. Fellow co-head Stuart Barr is well equipped to act on road and rail mandates, and Gillian Frew acts on issues at the intersection of transport and infrastructure projects. Neil Hehir and Sarah Munro are recommended for their respective oil and gas and employment law expertise.
Testimonials
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‘Bruce Craig's Team in the Aberdeen Office is first class in offshore, shipping and fishing work; and in other transport sectors. A real breadth and depth of knowledge in maritime work sets this team apart.’
‘Bruce Craig is a start performer. First class in every way.'
Key clients
- Port of Aberdeen
- Winchburgh Developments Limited
Work highlights
- Acted for Port of Aberdeen on several phases of the construction of the new South Harbour.
- Advised Byron Holdings on the sale of Pharos Marine Limited.