The business of keeping people, goods and economies moving – whether by road, rail, shipping, or air – is a major global industry, and one in which our member firms have significant experience and a deep understanding of the major dynamics of the sector including energy and technology-driven transformation. Across Europe, the mobility industry is significant.
For players in the automotive industry, we are a trusted advisor to manufacturers and OEMs, suppliers, dealers, carriers and service providers across the sector. Our expert advisors handle the full range of needs related to the production and sale of motor vehicles and spare parts, including complex contractual arrangements for import and distribution, supply, licensing and merchandising, and co-marketing and product placement agreements. Clients also rely on us to advise them regarding the numerous innovations which are transforming the sector, include self-driving and green technologies.
Furthermore, our multidisciplinary team across member firms assists clients regarding in privacy and intellectual property matters, such as data protection, protection of brands and designs, IPR enforcement, assistance in connection with transactional issues, and clearance of commercial communication. As well as having proven expertise in labor-related restructuring measures, we also advise on tax and other legal issues in relation to re-organizations and transactional matters, including those related to intercompany flows (transfer pricing, service agreements, cross border dividends/interest/royalties, etc), local contracts, employee compensation, tax litigation, and other types of disputes.
The same applies to the rail and aviation industry. We advise clients regarding the production and sale of trains, railway equipment and aircraft, transport of goods and passengers, as well as the provision of rail and air transport services. This includes highly sophisticated leasing arrangements, rail and air transport contracts, handling agreements, maintenance agreements for air traffic control systems, and airport management contracts, among other areas.
Our clients also benefit from our market-leading experts in disputes before arbitral and ordinary Courts when conflicts arise, as well as our ability to give top-notch regulatory advice – based on robust experience – to help clients to navigate a complex regulatory and international trade landscape. We frequently deal with situations where various local laws have to be combined with international regulations.
