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The transport and logistics industry is an integral component to an efficient global marketplace. The sector faces complex challenges and opportunities, such as digitalisation, e-commerce, sustainability, infrastructure development, and cross-border trade. With this comes evolving and nuanced regulatory and legal issues that requires expert advice and counsel that reaches beyond the jurisdiction of a single country.

Rajah & Tann Asia has a deep and broad expertise in the transportation and logistics sector, covering various modes of transport, such as air, sea, land, and rail, and various segments of the industry, such as freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution, e-logistics, and last-mile delivery. 

We cover all aspects of transportation projects with an outstanding reputation for resolving complex, high-end disputes. We have also advised clients at the earliest pre-construction phases ranging from project feasibility to financing and contract drafting. When disputes do arise, the firm has a proven track record of helping clients find the right resolution. 

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COVID-19 and the Journey to Recovery - Exploring the Legal and Practical Issues in the Transport of Vaccines

In this article, we take a look at these issues, particularly from the perspective of the Southeast Asian region. The article explores:
(a) Transportation requirements for selected vaccines;
(b) Practical issues in the various stages of the transport of vaccines;
(c) International guidelines or standards governing the transport of vaccines; and
(d) Contractual issues which may arise in the transportation process

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Recognition

  • "Assegaf Hamzah & Partners provides a complete service for its clients in the shipping sector [including] natural resource transportation..."
    Chambers Asia Pacific (2024) (Indonesia)
  • "Rajah and Tann Singapore LLP has considerable expertise in advising on regulatory work in the transportation and infrastructure sectors..."
    The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2024) (Singapore)
  • "Deep legal knowledge and experience in advising on projects. Thorough analysis of legal issues. Ability to deal with complex issues and provide practical solutions."
    The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2024) (Singapore)
  • "...particular strength in project development, including for transportation infrastructure and power mandates."
    Chambers Asia Pacific (2022) (Malaysia)
  • "Frequently advises on contractual and operational issues relating to...transport infrastructure sectors, among others."
    Chambers Asia Pacific (2022) (Malaysia)
  • "The group is rated for IP matters linked to transactions and commercial agreements. The department has a particularly strong record in... transport and aviation."
    The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2023) (Singapore)
  • "Assegaf Hamzah & Partners has extensive experience representing clients in aviation disputes, particularly in cases involving major aviation accidents."
    The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2022) (Indonesia)
  • "Assegaf Hamzah & Partners has a full service maritime and shipping practice that covers..natural resources transportation and maritime insurance."
    The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2022) (Indonesia)
  • Christopher & Lee Ong is active in a range of sectors, including aviation...logistics and fast-moving consumer goods; it handles contentious and non-contentious work for high-profile clients. "
    The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2022) (Malaysia)
  • "Its diverse client base comprises new and longstanding clients operating in the transport, construction, energy and real estate sectors."
    The Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2022) (Philippines)

Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP is known for the broad reach of its projects and energy practice, as it advises on projects in Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, and Myanmar.. the team also advises on ..transportation projects.

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Singapore
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Singapore
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