Transport and logistics are the backbone of New Zealand’s economy, connecting people, goods, and services across borders and regions. From global supply chains to local networks, the sector is complex, highly regulated, and constantly evolving.

Tompkins Wake advises clients across the full spectrum of transport and logistics, providing commercial and dispute resolution expertise to help navigate opportunity and risk.

Our Expertise

We bring sector insight across all modes of transport, advising on:

• Maritime – Advising on shipping, ports, cargo claims, charterparty arrangements, insurance, and regulatory compliance.
• Aviation – Acting for international airlines and operators on contractual, regulatory, and claims-related matters, including cross-border disputes and insurance.
• Road Transport – Supporting trucking and logistics operators on contracts, compliance, employment, safety obligations, and supply-chain risk.
• Public Transport & Rail – Advising on public sector contracting, concession agreements, infrastructure projects, procurement, and governance.

Our Clients:

We are trusted advisors to clients spanning the transport and logistics sector, including:

• International and domestic airlines
• Shipping companies, port operators, and insurers
• Trucking and logistics businesses
• Local government and public transport agencies
• Infrastructure developers and investors

Why Tompkins Wake

• Sector insight – deep experience across all modes of transport.
• National strength, global reach – with strong regional presence and backed by national scale and global reach, we provide clients with insight and expertise wherever business takes them.
• Full-service capability – from regulatory compliance to high-stakes disputes.
• Trusted advisors – known for clear, pragmatic solutions that balance legal risk with commercial outcomes.