Ship leasing: Does a financial lessor need to be the registered owner of the leased asset?
Prior to the advent of Chinese leasing, ship leasing was historically a financing structure in the alternative ship finance space.
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USTR 301 and retaliatory measures in China
The background to these measures stems from a petition brought by five labour unions in the US who complained of unfair practices by China in the maritime sector which they believed posed a discriminatory threat to US commerce.
Vietnam Hotel Investment Guide
Savills Hotels and Watson Farley & Williams are proud to present the first Vietnam Hotel Investment Guide, offering insights into one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic hospitality markets.
Data Centres: An International Legal and Regulatory Perspective
Spotlight on Malaysia
Malaysia is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in the global data centre landscape. With its strategic location, supportive government policies and increasing demand for digital services, the country is attracting major international investments and setting the stage for long-term growth.
Long Duration Energy Storage Scheme – Project Assessment Phase and cap and floor regime details
Ofgem has reduced the number of applications for the LDES tender from 171 to 77 on the basis of eligibility criteria, with the vast majority being Li-ion BESS.
Who gets the upside? – Court of Appeal reverses the Lila Lisbon judgment
In this article we discuss the Court of Appeal’s decision in the Lila Lisbon case and its implications for the buyers and sellers of ships.
Data Centres: An International Legal and Regulatory Perspective
Spotlight on Singapore
Singapore has long been recognised as a regional hub for data centres, with a total capacity exceeding 1.4 GW.
No ka-ching against MV Kiating – Admiralty Court rejects Port of Sheerness’ period toll
In this article, we cover a recent English Admiralty Court decision on the Port of Sheerness’ ability to impose a “period toll” against the sub-charterers of an overstaying vessel.
Driving the future: Spain’s legal path to automated mobility
Spain promotes automated mobility with new legal frameworks aligned with EU standards. The ES-AV Programme and Draft Royal Decree set rules for testing, deployment and compliance.
Data Centres: An International Legal and Regulatory Perspective
Spotlight on Greece
As of 2024, Greece’s data centre market was estimated to be worth approximately US$812m, with forecasts suggesting it could grow to around US$2.070bn by 2030, reflecting a robust CAGR of nearly 17%.
