Aviation: Finance
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Asia-Pacific Region
Band 4
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 Akasa Air on the sale and leaseback of five Boeing aircraft, structuring the transaction and negotiating the purchase agreement.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers at Norton Rose Fulbright are very knowledgeable and have a wealth of experience."
"In comparison to other firms in the aviation field, Norton Rose Fulbright consistently stands out. Their deep industry knowledge, combined with their comprehensive and strategic legal expertise, positions them as a top choice for us in aviation finance matters."
"The lawyers at Norton Rose Fulbright are very knowledgeable and have a wealth of experience."
"In comparison to other firms in the aviation field, Norton Rose Fulbright consistently stands out. Their deep industry knowledge, combined with their comprehensive and strategic legal expertise, positions them as a top choice for us in aviation finance matters."
Notable Practitioners
Keith Sandilands is highly respected in the aviation finance sphere and is head of Norton Rose Fulbright's Asia aviation practice. He is frequently sought after by airlines and lessors for his skilled handling of cross-border deals.
"Keith is superior at what he does. He is really knowledgeable, confident and experienced. He is everything that you want in a partner."
"Keith has been around for a long time. He knows how to do the work and he does it well."