Working with a growing number of businesses in the commodities, energy, financial services, and shipping industries, HFW boasts expertise in multijurisdictional M&A, joint ventures, and infrastructure concessions. The team is jointly chaired by deputy global head of corporate and commercial Alex Kyriakoulis, and infrastructure and energy specialist Alistair Mackie. Ashwani Kochhar is the key contact for insurer clients, while other noteworthy figures include William Reddie and Audrey Hsieh.
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Testimonials
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‘HFW’s knowledge of the maritime EPC industry is second to none.’
‘They have an excellent understanding of the commercial drivers and industry norms which makes negotiating deals much more efficient, and I was always comfortable that we were acting appropriately.’
‘Alistair Mackie knows all there is to know about the global maritime industry, including offshore oil and gas and renewables. He has been an exceptional resource to me and my company for more than a decade and has always been available to discuss a situation even when the firm was not formally engaged.’
‘Alistair is my go-to person for all cross-border maritime deals.’
Key clients
- Energos Infrastructure Holdings LLC
- AIK Banka
- Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo
- David Ashby Underwriting
- Occam Underwriting
- Al Seer Marine Supplies & Equipment Co PJSC
- SC KN Energies
- Navigator Holdings
- Trafigura
- Naviera
Work highlights
Advised Energos on the acquisition and charter of two state of the art FSRUs.
Advised AIK Banka A.D. Beograd on its acquisition of Eurobank Direktna A.D. Beograd.
Advised the Government of the DRC on entering into a joint venture with Primera Group Limited.
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Alistair Mackie; Alex Kyriakoulis
Other key lawyers
Ashwani Kochhar; William Reddie; Audrey Hsieh