Aviation Q&A – 20 things to consider for aviation deals in the UAE6 August 2026
Our aviation finance specialists explore the key issues and emerging trends influencing aircraft transactions and financing structures in Dubai.
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Greece’s Electronic Pledge Registry: Key Developments and Practical Considerations6 May 2026
Practical insights into the operation of Greece’s Electronic Pledge Registry and the steps required for accurate, timely and compliant pledge registration.
Landmark Legislation Regulates Digital Assets in Vietnam27 January 2026
Vietnam has introduced its first comprehensive legal framework for digital assets, balancing innovation with tight regulatory controls to support the country’s digital and green economic transition.
ESMA releases final report on draft regulatory technical standards under the EU ESG transparency regulation28 November 2025
ESMA releases final report on draft regulatory technical standards under the EU ESG transparency regulation.
Development Financing in the Mining Sector: Policy and practice aligning with the Seville Commitment5 August 2025
This article explores the Seville Commitment’s transformative policies aimed at boosting sustainable infrastructure and mining investment through fairer financing, debt relief and global cooperation.
The rise of greenwashing amid growing ESG pressures5 August 2025
Greenwashing is rising amid ESG pressures, leaving both financiers and businesses exposed to regulatory and consumer scrutiny. Regulators are enforcing stricter standards, exposing companies to reputational, legal, and financial risks for misleading sustainability claims.
Developments in the London listing markets: Financial Services and Markets Act 2023 and changes to UK financial promotion regime27 March 2024
We report on the passing into law of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2023, which creates a new financial services regulatory framework for the UK, and changes to the exemptions for high net worth individuals and sophisticated investors under the UK financial promotion regime in January and March 2024.
ESG Disputes Outlook 202415 January 2024
Dispute Resolution and ESG Partner Sarah Ellington and Associate Lauren Satill consider five key trends to look out for in 2024.
EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive: Five Steps to Take Now7 June 2023
Partners Sarah Ellington and Dr F. Maximilian Boemke discuss how businesses can prepare for the introduction of the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. This is the first in a series of articles considering the potential impact of the proposed Directive.
Developments in the London listing markets: Market abuse and recommendations in relation to secondary fundraisings15 February 2023
In this article, we report on some recent decisions of the Financial Conduct Authority relating to market abuse and the key recommendations made by the UK Secondary Capital Raising Review to improve secondary fundraising processes for UK listed companies.
Developments in the London listing markets: Financial Services and Markets Bill and UK prospectus regime changes1 February 2023
In this article, we report on the key aspects of the Financial Services and Markets Bill and the recently published illustrative draft statutory instrument relating to reform of the UK prospectus regime.
WFW strengthens regulatory practice with new Financial Services Regulatory partner hire12 January 2023
John has over 30 years of experience in the UK, European and Asian financial markets.
