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HFW has an experienced practice with significant expertise in shipping finance matters in addition to its aviation finance offering. Its clients include shipyards, owners, operators and financial institutions. The firm excels in operational and technical issues, and maintains particular expertise in the offshore, yacht, cruise and LNG sectors.
HFW advised the Gunvor Group on the acquisition and financing of three newbuild LPG carrier eco vessels for the LPG market.
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The team's strengths are their specific knowledge of the shipping sector, expertise in financing transactions, commercial acumen and pragmatic approach to protecting clients' interests.
They are professional, practical doers. They are great in deal closing and always deliver.
They are extremely receptive and responsive to challenging situations, and able to apply critical thinking to overcome a number of obstacles with their dedicated and experienced team.
HFW has many departments to provide a full service, and they provide customised solutions based on the client's needs.
The team's strengths are their specific knowledge of the shipping sector, expertise in financing transactions, commercial acumen and pragmatic approach to protecting clients' interests.
They are professional, practical doers. They are great in deal closing and always deliver.
They are extremely receptive and responsive to challenging situations, and able to apply critical thinking to overcome a number of obstacles with their dedicated and experienced team.
HFW has many departments to provide a full service, and they provide customised solutions based on the client's needs.
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Gudmund Bernitz is noted for his shipping finance expertise. His clients include major LNG operators, and he advises on both contentious and non-contentious matters including force majeure disputes and vessel financing.
Gudmund has strong judgement and solid legal knowledge, and also possesses an excellent commercial sense and a pragmatic approach.
He puts important information concisely and clearly the whole way through.
Gudmund and the team have provided an excellent service to our company through all the complex challenging projects we have worked on together.
He is very knowledgeable.
Rebecca Quayle continues to build an impressive practice in the aviation space. She works on cross-border leases and financings, among other matters.
Rebecca Quayle is a very good performer.
Katherine stands out for her technical rigour and solid expertise in financing transactions, consistently demonstrating a deep understanding of the complexities involved.
Katherine is excellent to deal with, always. She's knowledgeable and has great expertise, on top of everything.