HFW handles a variety of corporate transactions, ranging from multijurisdictional M&A and disposals, to joint ventures and restructuring. With a robust offering and cross-border capabilities, the group has amassed an industry-wide client base which consists of infrastructure, financial services, and port management companies, as well as underwriters, funds, and shipping businesses. Alistair Mackie co-heads the practice alongside Alex Kyriakoulis and focuses on infrastructure and energy M&A. Kyriakoulis is noted for his breadth of experience which covers insurance M&A, takeovers, and flotations. Audrey Hsieh is another key practitioner in the department.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction
Testimonials
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‘Very approachable, will bend over backwards to help, and they always deliver excellent practical, commercial advice.’
‘Alex Kyriakoulis is the key driver and the main differentiator from the competition.’
‘Flexible, good understanding of the industry, service minded, and with strong academic background. Very competent in all respects.’
‘Speed of service, and easy to get hold of the right group of people with right competence.’
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 SC KN Energies on acquiring a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit from Hoegh Evi following a public tender and negotiations.
Advised Naviera on the sale of its bulk carrier business to Cetus Maritime.
Lawyers
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
Audrey Hsieh