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Fuelling growth across asset classes

As businesses seek more flexible sources of capital and with the growth of tech-driven innovation, sustainability priorities and alternative lending platforms, we can help you stay ahead in this fast-changing landscape.

From novel structures to complex regulatory compliance, our teams know the asset finance sector and the latest approaches in the market. Our asset finance lawyers work closely with colleagues throughout the firm to provide a truly complete and forward-thinking service. Across asset classes, industries and financial products, we have the technical knowledge, industry expertise and practical experience to help you achieve your objectives.

Our teams cover all key industries, including ship and offshore finance, aviation finance and infrastructure projects. We also have world-class capabilities in asset-based project financings, such as in the ports and terminals, and oil and gas sectors, including work with FPSOs and FSOs.

At the frontline of secured and unsecured bilateral, club and syndicated loans, we advise a range of banks, other financial institutions, owners and borrowers. We also have extensive experience in mezzanine debt, leasing and structured finance, including finance leasing, export credit finance structures, trade and receivables finance, bond issues, capital raising, derivatives, loan portfolio reviews and transfers, loan restructurings and work-outs, and enforcement of security.

Operating globally, our teams are seamlessly integrated across our offices in Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and the Americas.
David Brotherton
David Brotherton
Partner, Head of Aerospace
John Forrester
Partner

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What the market says

They are professional, practical doers. They are great in deal closing and always deliver.

Chambers & Partners UK-wide 2026 – Asset Finance: Aviation Finance

They are extremely receptive and responsive to challenging situations, and able to apply critical thinking to overcome a number of obstacles with their dedicated and experienced team.

Chambers & Partners UK-wide 2026 – Asset Finance: Aviation Finance

They are a full-service firm with experienced aviation professionals who have years of experience in all facets including financing, regulatory and leasing structures.

Chambers & Partners UK-wide 2025 – Asset Finance: Aviation Finance