Transportation: Aviation
Europe Guide 2024 : Netherlands
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Provided by Stek
Stek advises on a wide range of matters in the aviation sector, from multi-jurisdictional transactions concerning the leasing, acquisition, sale, and financing of a variety of aircraft types (commercial aircraft, business jets and helicopters) to the acquisition, sale and joint ventures of airlines and other companies in the aviation industry. Clients include aircraft leasing companies, financiers and operators. Stek frequently works with other law firms, both as lead counsel and co-counsel. The firm assists a variety of airlines on competition, regulatory and litigation matters, including passenger rights claims. In addition Stek is closely involved in the activities of Rekkof/NG Aircraft, which is working on the restart of the production of Next Generation Fokker aircraft.
Chambers Review
Stek is one of the top firms in the Netherlands for the purchase or leasing of aircraft, as well as the production of new aircraft and the operation of historic aircraft. The team advises lenders on aviation financing mandates. The law firm also assists clients from the aviation industry with competition matters, including disputes over tariffs.
Work Highlights
- Stek advised Aircastle on the lease of 15 new Embraer 195-E2 aircraft to KLM Cityhopper.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Stek bring matters down to the essentials and knows what matters to its client."
"Stek bring matters down to the essentials and knows what matters to its client."
Notable Practitioners
Jeroen Timmermans is one of the standout lawyers for acquisitions and financing matters in the aviation sector. He is a popular choice among airlines for advice on the purchase, sale or leasing of aircraft, as well as representing lenders in financing and refinancing mandates.
"Jeroen Timmermans is a very sharp lawyer, never loses sight of the greater picture. He is focused, has high working ethics and is very hard-working."