The shipping finance practice at A&O Shearman operates on a global scale, offering extensive expertise in the financing, procurement, construction, and chartering of various types of vessels and platforms. Co-led by Adrian Mellor and Florent Belin, the practice serves a diverse client base, including financiers, funds, owners, charterers, sponsors, and ECAs, advising on a wide array of shipping transactions. They have a strong track record of involvement in large, complex transactions within the market, including specific French products like French tax leases.
Testimonials
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'A&O has undeniable expertise in marine and asset finance in general as well as in corporate finance topics. We enjoy working regularly with them on complex shipping transactions (also corporate hybrids) and appreciate their ability to fairly represent the interests of lenders.'
'Having a France/UK deal team is a real plus!'
Key clients
- BNP Paribas
Work highlights
- Advised BNP Paribas and other lenders on the pre- and post-delivery financing backed by K-Sure of up to 6 dual-fuel LNG newbuild containerships (15,600 TEU) to be built by Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co., Ltd for MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company.