William Fry LLP houses a broad practice that offers comprehensive, cross-departmental expertise in the aviation, road, and rail sectors. The practice is particularly prominent in the aviation industry, where it handles construction, procurement, and aircraft financing matters. The team regularly handles restructuring matters and transport infrastructure projects, such as residential developments. The team is led by David Maughan, who has notable expertise in handling aircraft-related financing transactions, further supported by Mary Ward.
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Key clients

  • Aer Lingus
  • Aer Dragon Aviation
  • Aergo
  • Airbus
  • Aircraft Purchase Fleet Limited
  • Asia Aviation Capital
  • British Airways
  • Cathay United Bank
  • CityJet
  • Credit Agricole CIB

Work highlights

  • Advised iCabbi on SaaS sourcing projects, product development, data protection, tech innovation, and new, innovative offerings.
  • Represented a truck manufacturer before the Irish courts in a matter related to infringement of competition laws.
  • Advised Bank of Ireland and Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c. on a credit facility financing for an Irish shipping and transport group.

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Practice head

David Maughan

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Mary Ward