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Mattos Filho

Shipping

Global Guide 2026 : Brazil


Mattos Filho

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About

Provided by Mattos Filho

Our unique approach to the shipping and port industries combines outstanding service with a deep and pragmatic understanding of our clients' business.

We advise local and international companies across a diverse range of sectors, including all forms of navigation and offshore services, public and private terminals, freight owners, as well as private equity funds, financial institutions and associations.

Clients (9)

  • BP
  • Carnival UK
  • Hidrovias do Brasil
  • Karoon
  • Maersk Supply
  • Prumo
  • SBM Offshore
  • Sete Brasil
  • Svitzer

Chambers Review

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Shipping - Brazil

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Mattos Filho is a prime full-service firm with a busy shipping department. The team assists clients with a range of sector-related matters, including the drafting of charter and service agreements, acquisition of vessels and fleet restructuring mandates. The team is requested for advice on regulatory issues involving ANTAQ.

Work Highlights

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  • Mattos Filho advised Yinson Boronia Production B.V. on the completed USD1.035 billion 144A/Reg S non-recourse, senior secured notes offering for the refinancing of FPSO Anna Nery.

Strengths

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  • Mattos Filho has professionals with strong legal knowledge who are always up to date.

    Shipping respondentGlobal
  • Mattos Filho's strong commercial awareness is reflected on their ability to understand clients' business contexts and adapt legal strategies to specific commercial needs.

    Shipping respondentGlobal
  • Mattos Filho offers a highly business-oriented approach, which is essential for our business.

    Shipping respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Nilton Mattos
    Band 3Nilton Mattos

    Nilton Mattos

    Nilton Gomes de Mattos Neto advises a long list of high-level clients in a variety of financing mandates within the shipping sector. He also assists clients with disputes arising from charter party agreements and contractual relations, as well as regulatory issues.

Ranked Individuals at Mattos Filho (1)

Brazil

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