Specialised management of cargo claims and litigation

Legal expertise. Operational capability. Global reach.

We manage perishable cargo claims, helping exporters minimise their losses.

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15+ yearsExperience in complex cargo claims

US$25M+Recovered for our clients

9 citiesRegional presence

01 | Our purpose

At the intersection of
international trade and transport law

In logistics and perishable cargo transport, situations that affect cargo and expose third-party liability occur frequently. General advice is not enough; they call for specialists… and there are few of us.

At RSK we specialise in sea, air and land cargo claims, and in recovery operations across the entire supply chain.

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We are not just litigators; we are corporate risk mitigators, backed by a strong operations team.

02 | Why RSK?

Why
RSK?

In an increasingly complex logistics environment, a fast, specialised response makes the difference.

Immediate response

We act quickly when the supply chain fails, with on-the-ground presence when the case requires it.

Legal and operational judgement

We assess every case through the facts, legal analysis and the logistics operation involved in the claim.

Multi-jurisdictional handling

We handle claims subject to different jurisdictions and to local and international transport regulations.

Focused on recovery

We determine the most appropriate course for each case, through out-of-court negotiation or representation in court and arbitration proceedings.

03 | Protecting trade assets

Our services for
the export and logistics industries

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Export Industry

Legal / contractual advice

Clear, watertight contracts from orchard to final destination.

Direct claims

Out-of-court and court representation against the liable party.

Loss control

Lower loss ratios through better documentary and operational processes.

Policy management

From the initial incident to final indemnity payment.

Logistics Industry

Liability

We advise logistics operators on matters where they may be exposed to liability.

Risk management

We identify efficient mechanisms to resolve disputes and improve internal processes.

Insurance administration

We negotiate, administer and manage international insurance for logistics operators.

04 | Results

Proven financial
results

Over the last decade and a half, RSK’s Legal team, backed by its Operations team, has successfully defended exporters and importers.

US$25M+ recovered

In recent years RSK has recovered over US$25 million in claims for damage, loss and contamination of perishable cargo.

Commercial focus

We minimise disruption to our clients’ business, favouring strategic, satisfactory settlements.

Litigation strength

When out-of-court negotiation is not enough, we represent clients in court and/or arbitration, with a solid recovery track record.

05 | Industries

We operate within the main logistics corridor for perishable cargo in the Americas

We work across fresh fruit, flowers, meat, nuts and salmon, serving clients in the United States, Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, Chile and other markets. Our team is present where cargo is shipped or delivered, offering immediate local representation.

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