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Provided by Santamarina y Steta SC
S+S is among the few Mexican law firms with broad experience in the aviation and airport industry. Coupled with our expertise in other areas of practice, this experience allows us to offer a broad range of services to businesses engaged in these industries. We represent air carriers, aircraft financiers, lessors, lessees, trustees, and practically all other participants in the aviation industry, involving aircraft used in commercial and private air transport. We have been involved in the development of the airport industry in Mexico, assisting on investment processes in the Mexican airport system and advising the Federal Government (including Terminal 2 in Mexico City International Airport and the New Mexico City International Airport), and concession-holders.
Our role includes, among others: aviation regulation; airport infrastructure projects (including financing and securitization schemes); commercial and corporate aircraft acquisition and financing (operating and finance leases, secured loans, sale and leasebacks, securitization, and other structures); and representation before Mexican aviation authorities and the International Registry of Mobile Assets (as a Professional User Entity).
Our firm is the sole Mexican member of L2B (an unparalleled international association specialized on the aviation practice), and constantly participates on workshops, conferences and symposiums organized by international aviation organizations such as IATA, ALTA, IAWA, NBAA, ISTAT, etc.
Chambers Review
Santamarina y Steta is a noteworthy full-service national firm with a solid aviation practice in Mexico. The legal team garners recognition for its activity in aircraft financing, as well as in regulatory and contentious mandates affecting air carriers, including insurance claims. The department's client portfolio includes private and commercial airlines, aircraft manufacturers and financial institutions.
Work Highlights
- Santamarina y Steta advised Viajes Don Goyo on aircraft maintenance agreements, ownership changes, and regulatory matters, ensuring compliance with the aviation industry standards in Mexico.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Santamarina y Steta are our firm for aviation matters, and we have a fantastic relationship with them. Their level of expertise, understanding of our matters, and professionalism are extraordinary."
"Santamarina y Steta are our firm for aviation matters, and we have a fantastic relationship with them. Their level of expertise, understanding of our matters, and professionalism are extraordinary."
Notable Practitioners
Renowned partner Juan Carlos Machorro Guerrero remains highly regarded for his handling of financial mandates and regulatory issues in the aviation sphere.
"Juan Carlos Machorro Guerrero is extraordinary. In critical moments, he has been key in finding solutions."
"Juan Carlos Machorro Guerrero specialises in the aviation industry and is involved in major transactions. He is a great strategist both legally and commercially."
Associate-to-watch Andrés Remis is experienced in both the regulatory and transactional sides of the Mexican aviation arena.
"Andrés Remis is exceptional in synthesising technical information and making the right arguments. He's got a great demeanour, as well as regulatory and legal expertise in aviation."
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Clients
Provided by Santamarina y Steta SC
1st Source Bank
Aerolíneas Argentinas
Airbus / Airbus Helicopters
Arrendamiento y Soluciones en Activos
CIT Group
Hawker Beechcraft
Linea Aerea Amaszonas
Lloyd Aviation
Rolls Royce
Safran / Turbomeca
Industries
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Aerospace & Defence
Automobiles & Parts
Banks
Commercial & Professional Services
Education
Energy
Financial Services
Industrial Engineering
Insurance
Media
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
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