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12/04/23
01/04/23
Weegmann-De Gelas, a well-respected law firm in the market of transport law, joins forces with Leeward
We are excited to announce that Weegmann-De Gelas, a respected law firm in the transport law sector, will be joining Leeward, a niche law firm specializing in transport, logistics, and maritime law, as of 1 April 2023. Effective immediately, Saar De Gelas will be appointed as a new partner.
31/01/23
New Royal Decree for Belgian Port Labor Regulations Adopted in 2023
The rules for Belgian port labor have been adjusted following the invalidation of the "Peeters amendment" by the Council of State in October 2022. This was after the ruling of the European Court of Justice that determined that the Belgian system was in violation of European law. A new Royal Decree...
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The registration of seagoing vessels under the new Shipping Code
The regulations concerning the registration of seagoing vessels will be included in the new Shipping Code. The new Shipping Code determines, among other things, the conditions for registration and the consequences thereof. Leeward summarizes the most important provisions and changes.
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A more user-friendly Shipping Code in the pipeline?
The new Maritime Code draws attention to the important role of self-regulation in the shipping sector, and more specifically to customs in the shipping and port sectors. From September 2020, this form of "self-regulation" will be legally supported.
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Leeward again in The Legal500
For the third time in a row, Leeward is recommended by The Legal500 as a leading law firm for the transport sector. We are pleased that Lino is again listed as "Recommended Lawyer" and Jeroen and Armin are labeled as "Next Generation Lawyers" in this niche.
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Leeward Cloud Project
As Leeward is continuously aiming at tailoring and innovating its services, Leeward comes up with a new online application for its clients. From now on, clients can also follow the progress of their cases and consult the relevant documents via our new cloud application.
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