Update and Insights: UAE Financial Leasing Law
A summary of recent developments, and insights, in relation to the implementation of the UAE Federal Law No. (8) of 2018 on Finance Leases.
Author: Richard Strockl Archive
Coronavirus and German Renewable Energy Projects: Some Specific Regulatory Topics
This article discusses the impact of the coronavirus on the German renewables industry, including falling market prices and its effects, tender proceedings and the movement of technical staff.
COVID-19’s Impact on German Corporate and Acquisition Loans
The spread of COVID-19 has caused in view of the potential effect on facility agreements. While the effect of the pandemic may be temporary, there is likely to be an increased need for liquidity in an environment, where new loans will be difficult to obtain.
WFW advises on US$70m restructuring and lease remarketing for A330 aircraft
The transaction was pioneering in the South Korean aviation sector and is already being used as a guideline for future remarketing and restructuring transactions in the sector.
Competition law and Covid-19 – All change or no change?
Covid-19 has created massive levels of activity by key competition authorities with contradictory effects – a huge opening up of State Aid, and a widening of potentially lawful cooperation between competitors, yet a stern warning about price-gouging and excessive pricing. This article provides a guide for business to current trends, and key compliance questions.
“Cura Italia” Decree: the main measures in the shipping industry
This article analyses the main measures taken by the Italian government to address the sudden reduction in maritime traffic related to the carriage of goods and passengers.
WFW advises CIP on investment in four German offshore grid connections for North Sea wind farms
The portfolio comprises the BorWin1, BorWin2, HelWin2 and DolWin2 transmission lines and converter stations, which were the first HVDC systems to connect offshore wind farms to the grid.
COVID 19 – What should we do now?
We have formed a dedicated team to assist our clients worldwide to deal with any and all challenges faced by businesses affected by the government lockdowns.
Renewables in the Time of Coronavirus
In this article we explore the range of interconnected practical and legal considerations faced by European renewables projects as a consequence of the coronavirus pandemic.
Working from home during COVID-19 – what has to be considered?
This article (in German) looks into the legal considerations for employees and employers working from home as a result of COVID-19.
