Simon Cartwright recognised as Preeminent transport lawyer by Doyle’s Guide

20 May 2026

Simon Cartwright has been recognised as “Preeminent” in the 2026 Doyle’s Guide Transport Law Rankings for New Zealand.

This recognition reflects Simon’s market‑leading reputation in transport and maritime law, based on independent peer review and client feedback.

Market‑leading transport and trade expertise

Simon leads Hesketh Henry’s Trade and Transport team and is widely recognised for his expertise across shipping, marine insurance, logistics, aviation and international trade. He regularly advises on complex, high‑value and cross‑border matters for clients operating in New Zealand and internationally.

Independent recognition

Doyle’s Guide is a legal directory that identifies leading lawyers and firms through detailed research. The “Preeminent” category is reserved for those lawyers who are consistently recognised as leaders in their field.

Simon’s expertise is also reflected in his Band 1 ranking for Shipping by legal directory Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific and the team’s ranking as a leading Transport firm in Legal500.