Asset Finance: Rail Finance
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 2
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0117 939 2000Chambers Review
Burges Salmon is a Bristol-based practice with experience working alongside train operating companies on a variety of rolling stock and depot finance issues. The firm is noted for its work on operating leases and rolling stock acquisition. It stands out for its expertise in franchising and for its advice to clients on bidding processes.
Work Highlights
- Burges Salmon advised West Midlands Trains on the £70 million financing of Bletchley depot.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"There are no areas that are beyond their comprehension."
"They are very calm in a crisis."
"The Burges Salmon team demonstrate extensive experience in the field and are able to apply their knowledge from many learned experiences and developments."
"There are no areas that are beyond their comprehension."
"They are very calm in a crisis."
"The Burges Salmon team demonstrate extensive experience in the field and are able to apply their knowledge from many learned experiences and developments."
Notable Practitioners
Brioney Thomas is an experienced transport lawyer with expertise in rail-related asset finance. She works with clients on the procurement of rolling stock and infrastructure finance, among other matters.
"Her understanding of the industry, from decades of experience, along with her speed of response and excellent collaboration with other parties, make her a trusted and invaluable part of any team."
"Brioney is very articulate, extremely helpful, will always meet deadlines and is willing to think outside of the box."
Chris Simms is a partner in the firm's rail team. He represents major train companies on lease and maintenance agreements, fleet financing and rail infrastructure projects.
"Chris offers a wealth of legal and industry experience which he is able to translate into sensible, pragmatic and deliverable advice."