Transportation: Rail & Aviation Asset Finance
Europe Guide 2024 : Germany
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K&L Gates remains a leading adviser to public transport companies and banks due to its excellent position in the asset finance world. The law firm enjoys an enviable market share in prominent rail sector mandates ranging from rolling stock financings and vehicle financings to acquisitions and lease transactions. Another area of expertise of the firm lies in aviation transactions. Besides its incredible strength in advisory work, K&L Gates also represents clients in disputes. Furthermore, in conjunction with its public law department, the team regularly assists with public tender procedures, especially those concerning new mobility concepts and rail and bus transport procurements.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates advised Bayerische Eisenbahngesellschaft on the vehicle procurement and financing of up to 90 new rapid transit vehicles for the Munich S-Bahn network.
Notable Practitioners
Frank Thomas is widely considered the top expert in the field of asset finance in the rail sector. He regularly advises lessors, banks and public transport companies on domestic as well as cross-border rolling stock transactions, including the financing and acquisition of newbuilds as well as lease financings of existing assets. Additionally, Frank Thomas has experience assisting leasing companies with insolvency-related issues.
"Frank Thomas is highly recognised and sought after in the rail sector."