Aviation: Finance - Asia-Pacific Region
What the team is known for
Baker McKenzie fields a highly regarded finance team which possesses a depth of expertise in the Hong Kong and Mainland China markets, with additional support available across its extensive network of regional offices. Widely recognised for advising leading PRC lessors, airlines and lenders on the full spectrum of high-value financings and leasings. Skilled in handling matters related to both commercial and private aircraft. Handles mandates related to Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Taiwan. Also active on aircraft refinancing and restructuring mandates.
Strengths
One client highlights praises the team for being "seamless and integrated across all practices and regions."
Another client remarks that the team is "very professional, responsive, and helps us close deals under time pressure."
Notable practitioners
Andrew Lockhart enjoys longstanding expertise assisting a range of clients in the Asia-Pacific region with diverse aviation finance transactions. He chairs the banking and finance practice at Baker McKenzie's Hong Kong office.
Allen Ng is highly adept at handling a range of leasing and refinancing transactions. One client praises him for being "excellent and knowledgeable in aircraft financial and operating leases."