WFW advises group of core creditors on Bourbon Maritime debt restructuring
The restructuring was extremely complex and challenging, and involved innovative strategies which have not been previously adopted in the maritime sector.
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WFW advises UOG on UACC acquisition and financing
The acquisition was structured by way of a reverse triangular merger with the financing for the acquisition provided by alternative investment firm, EnTrust Global and will be the first such merger to be effected under the Companies Law of the DIFC.
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Comprehensive reform of German restructuring and insolvency law now in place
The comprehensive reform of German restructuring and insolvency law implements the European Restructuring Directive but also makes further important changes to the insolvency law.
