Aviation: Finance
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Asia-Pacific Region
Band 3
Contact number
+65 6223 7311Chambers Review
Norton Rose Fulbright has a Singapore-based aviation finance practice that offers expertise in handling cross-border deals involving Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. It works closely with its Australia office, and the regional presence is bolstered by its strong asset finance practice in Japan. It remains a trusted adviser for financiers, lessors and airlines. The team is frequently mandated on sale and purchase transactions, financings and aircraft leasings.
Work Highlights
- Norton Rose Fulbright advised Malaysia Airlines Berhad on the leasing of 25 Boeing 737 MAX 8s under a deal with Air Lease Corporation.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They don't just comment but also explain to us why certain words have to be used and what industry standards are in document reviews, in a way that's easy to understand for non-lawyers."
"The team's exceptional client service is characterised by responsiveness, accessibility and a deep understanding of our objectives, providing personalised and effective legal support."
"They don't just comment but also explain to us why certain words have to be used and what industry standards are in document reviews, in a way that's easy to understand for non-lawyers."
"The team's exceptional client service is characterised by responsiveness, accessibility and a deep understanding of our objectives, providing personalised and effective legal support."
Notable Practitioners
Keith Sandilands chairs Norton Rose Fulbright's Asia aviation practice and is highly respected in the aviation finance sphere. He is particularly skilled in handling cross-border lease agreements and restructuring deals.
"Keith is great and has a great sense of the players in this region."
"Keith is very calm in terms of his negotiations with other parties."