Transport Regulation
The ever increasing flow of goods and services across countries
and continents demands that entities understand the complex
national and international regulatory regimes around global
transportation. In some markets there is a need to invest in
crumbling infrastructure to accommodate growth in demand. In other
markets new transport infrastructure for passengers and freight are
being designed and constructed. No matter the geography, it
is critical that market participants recognize and respond to risks
and opportunities created by transportation regulation. The
nature of global transportation policy demands consideration of
economic, security, safety and environmental, public contracting
authorities, revenue and taxation agencies or regulators.
In the best cases, regulatory arrangements are fair,
transparent, predictable, auditable and challengeable –
however, in many localities throughout the globe the complex
interplay of various regulators and standards creates confusion and
uncertainty. Such environments demand thoughtful and comprehensive
approaches to tackling all aspects of a regulatory regime to
achieve success.
SNR Denton has a strong practice in navigating the intricacies
of global transport regulation. We manage all aspects of
client responses to transportation regulatory challenges, including
designing and drafting new regulatory regimes, advising on existing
regimes (including disputes, litigation and judicial review),
responding to inquiries, investigations or consultations from
governments or regulators, conducting cases related to health and
safety issues or accidents, and responding to whistleblower
complaints.
Areas of Focus
- Legislative and
regulatory drafting
- Regulation as part of
project finance, PPP and PFI
- Trading, codes of practice, licensing
and other regulatory matters
- Reorganization and
privatization
- Tax
- Health and safety
- Environmental
- Rail
- Enforcement action, both defense and
prosecution
- Constitutional and administrative law
challenges