Transport

Eversheds Sutherland AG

Specialising in the rail industry, Eversheds Sutherland AG utilises the expertise of its global network to support Swiss and international companies in commercial matters and public procurement projects. In Berne, Oliver Beldi, who has extensive expertise in corporate commercial matters, and Bruno Schoch, whose practice covers railway-related administrative law and regulatory affairs, co-head the team. Zurich Practice head Barbara Klett has a special focus on liability and insurance law, domestic and international logistics, and transport law. The team is supported by dispute resolution expert Peter Haas.

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Testimonials

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‘Eversheds Sutherland is a leading law firm in the transport sector due to their sector know how and specialist expertise in a broad range of legal areas. The advice is always practical and to the point and they are very nice to work with. Diversity and inclusion is high on the agenda of the firm.’
‘Oliver Beldi is the head of the practice, very professional and always available with a hands-on approach. He ensures that client expectations are fulfilled or exceeded. Bruno Schoch (procurement law specialist) and Barbara Klett (litigation, liability and transport law specialist) both are experts in their fields, very solution oriented and highly trusted advisors for our company.’
'It is a leading law firm in the transport sector due to their sector know how and specialist expertise in a broad range of legal areas. The advice is always practical and to the point and they are very nice to work with. Diversity and inclusion is high on the agenda of the firm.'
‘Open minded, quick in understanding the problems and our needs.'
'Big knowledge and experience in solving legal problems.’

Key clients

IATA
Signature Aviation
Eaton Corp
Parker Hannifin

Work highlights

Advised a major railway company in Switzerland in several procurements (CHF3bn) and in dispute resolutions (over CHF9m).
Advised a Swiss public transport provider in procurement, contract and construction law in regards to the reconstruction of a major railway station (over CHF1.5bn).