Aviation: Finance

What the team is known for

A solid aviation practice based in Singapore and active across the region, handling matters involving Vietnam, Cambodia, China, Taiwan and Korea. Has a good track record in representing lessors and financiers, and particularly regarded for working with low-cost carriers. Experienced in ECA and AFIC financings. Also active advising Chinese lessors and airlines on acquisition, financing and leasing transactions. Experienced advising private equity firms and investors in the aviation sphere.

Strengths

A client commends the firm for its prompt work, saying: "They are very responsive, dealing with all the things that come up as they arrive, leaving nothing unanswered or undealt with."

Work highlights

Advised Castlelake LP on the acquisition financing for a portfolio of 19 aircraft, operating in numerous jurisdictions around the world.

Notable practitioners

Head of department Paul Ng has extensive experience advising clients on the full breadth of aviation finance matters. He is praised by clients and market commentators in the market, with one client saying: "He is knowledgeable and practical," while another client suggests: "He understands the counterparties and how to manoeuvre situations."