WFW advises Navigator on US$133.7m secured loan facility4 March 2026
The facility will finance up to 65% of the pre‑delivery and delivery instalments for the construction of two 48,500 cubic metre liquefied ethylene gas carriers.
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WFW enhances APAC maritime offering with strategic partner hire2 March 2026
Paul Coggins’ practice focusses on the maritime sector, where he advises leading commercial banks, ECAs and sponsors on innovative financing structures, including complex cross-border projects, asset-based leasing and debt facilities.
WFW expands GARI markets covered to become most comprehensive analytics tool of its kind11 February 2026
GARI now covers 116 key aviation markets, more than any of its competitors.
WFW advises Investec on RIVE helicopter financing10 February 2026
The helicopters were acquired from Milestone Aviation Group with existing lease contracts in place with specialist European and US operators providing services to major energy sector clients.
Take Two – Thai and NOK Air rehabilitations five years later our top takeaways10 February 2026
As lessor exposure to Thai airlines increases, we revisit and update our top ten takeaways from the rehabilitation proceedings.
WFW advises Airborne Capital on strategic investment in Soji AI4 February 2026
This forward-looking transaction combining aviation and technology demonstrates our ability to provide comprehensive, cross-practice legal advice.
WFW advises Natixis on Philippine Airlines PDP aircraft financing3 February 2026
WFW advised Natixis on the financing of pre-delivery payments (PDP) for five Airbus A350-1000 aircraft for Philippine Airlines.
WFW advises CMC on landmark LNG carrier joint ventures2 February 2026
WFW advised CMC and GBAFM on a series of joint ventures with a global financial institution.
Aviation Q&A – 20 things to consider for aviation deals in Vietnam28 January 2026
This short Q&A highlights 20 key points to consider in relation to aviation transactions in Vietnam. We look at practical aspects that aircraft lessors and financiers need to be aware of in relation to aircraft operations in Vietnam and/or with Vietnamese airlines, as well as jurisdictional specific issues related to Vietnam.
WFW advises ING on €375m ITE debt refinancing17 December 2025
The financing enables the expansion and modernisation of ITE’s European rail wagon fleet.
Kavita Shah named in Lloyd’s List Top 10 Maritime Lawyers of 202511 December 2025
Kavita is honoured for her expertise in maritime asset finance—particularly creditor representation—and her advisory work on portfolio acquisitions, refinancings, and credit facilities.
Further rethinking Maritime Finance Leasing: Ijara as an Alternative for Preserving Registered Ownership20 November 2025
Following our recent article, this piece compares the Conditional Sale – Lease in/Lease Out structure with the Islamic Ijara leasing model which is governed by Sharia principles.
