Noted for being ‘well-versed in ship finance matters’, Cescon Barrieu is frequently involved in high-end financing transactions in the maritime sector. The group has significant experience in deals involving shipbuilding, chartering, and drilling, making it a key point of reference for offshore drilling contractors in transactions with shipyards and oil companies. Leading the practice is Rafael Baleroni, who assists with large-scale financings and the structuring of offshore assets.
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Testimonials
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‘Efficient, responsive and commercial advice.’
‘Rafael Baleroni is the go-to lawyer within financing.’
'Very well versed in ship finance matters.'
'Rafael Baleroni is commercial and very experienced.'
Key clients
- Yinson Production, and affiliates
- Seadrill Limited and its Brazilian subsidiaries
- Empresa de Navegação Elcano S.A.
- Nordea Bank Abp, filial i Norge
- Aegean Baltic Bank S.A.
- Norskan Offshore Ltda.
- DBN Bank ASA
- ING Bank
- Log-in Logística Intermodal S/A
- Bank of Beijing Financial Leasing Company
Work highlights
Advised Yinson Production Offshore on the project finance via international bond of the FPSO Anna Nery.
Advised Seadrill on contractual, financial and corporate matters involving its business in Brazil.
Advised the lenders on a project financing to SBM Offshore for the construction of FPSO Almirante Tamandare.
Practice head
Rafael Baleroni