United Kingdom: Rail, Road & Cycling

We have all been there: you're standing at a set of traffic lights waiting to cross the road. The green man appears, and you take your first step.

As global sales slow and polarisation between the Chinese and American automotive industries increases, Europe is at risk of being cut adrift amidst the disruption.

A crucial but often overlooked legal issue facing many transport operators is the potential loss of an Operator Licence due to outdated rules...

At Anthony Gold, we act for clients who sustain serious and complex injuries. This means the long-term outcome is often not known for a number of years and claims can take several years to conclude.

Our global survey reveals how industry leaders navigate risks and opportunities in transportation and logistics, manage emerging risks, and prepare for the future.

Motor vehicle accidents (MVA's) are a significant concern in the Cayman Islands, with thousands of collisions reported annually.

In KLG Trucking SRL v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2024] EWCA Civ 737, the Court of Appeal upheld the imposition of significant penalties for transporting clandestine entrants, despite the truck operator's compliance efforts. The case highlights a shift in penalties, now £10,000 per entrant, and a stricter approach, even if robust anti-clandestine measures are in place. Operators must prepare for increased legal costs and potential County Court appeals, where even full compliance

BMW's decision to focus on hydrogen technology for passenger cars sets them apart from most automakers, who favor battery-electric vehicles. The move, noted in their extensive hydrogen-related patents, is expected to result in hydrogen cars available by 2028

The transport sector is the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in many countries, and its share in national emissions has increased substantially over time (see Figure 1).