Praised for ‘balancing legal risks with commercial priorities’, the ’experienced, dependable and easy to work with’ team at Norton Rose Fulbright stands out for its extensive expertise in aviation and shipping finance, as well as significant involvement in offshore finance and the energy sector. The aviation arm is led by the ‘thoughtful, experienced and very steady’ Keith Sandilands, a leading figure for airlines, banks, ECAs, arrangers, lessors and investors. Ben Rose, who heads up the shipping and offshore practice, has notable expertise in complex structured financings, including Chinese sale and leasebacks, JOLCOs, and limited recourse project financings. Sue Ann Gan stands out for her strong track record in ship finance deals, advising financial institutions, lessees and owners. Additional support is offered by shipping finance specialist Sophie Polisena and Edward Bentley, who focuses on aviation transactions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Keith Sandilands is thoughtful, experienced and very steady in his judgement. He doesn’t get distracted by noise or posturing; he focuses on what really matters and always provides advice that is both sensible and actionable.'
Key clients
- Air Niugini Limited
- Bank of America, N.A.
- Carlyle Aviation Partners
- Malaysian Airlines Berhad
- National Bank of Fujairah
- Natixis
- Pembroke Capital Limited
- Philippine Airlines
- PT Pelita Air Service
- Singapore Airlines
- Standard Chartered Bank
- TATA – SIA Airlines Limited
Work highlights
Advised Yinson Production in connection with its issue of $1.035bn in senior secured bonds due 2042 to refinance FPSO Anna Nery.
Advising Yinson Production in relation to the due diligence aspects of its $1bn structured equity raise (through the issue of $1bn in redeemable convertible preference shares and 10% warrants with a valuation of $3.7bn) from a consortium of international investment companies comprised of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, funds managed by British Columbia Investment Management Corporation and RRJ Group.
Advised National Bank of Fujairah PJSC (NBF) on a finance facility for Britoil Offshore Services relating to a fleet of offshore service vessels from numerous flag states.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Keith Sandilands; Ben Rose
Other key lawyers
Sue Ann Gan; Edward Bentley; Sophie Polisena; Zara Ann Loh; Royce Lee