Ince & Co Singapore appoints first Ship Finance Consultant
Wednesday 03 June, 2009
Martin Brown has joined Ince & Co's Singapore office as a consultant in the ship finance practice following six years at another leading ship finance firm in Singapore.
Singapore is a key market for ship finance not only within Asia but also worldwide and Martin’s appointment highlights Ince’s commitment to servicing clients in this area.
Martin has significant asset finance experience both in the shipping sector and in the energy and offshore industries. He has worked with many of the leading international shipping banks, lessors and shipowners and has been involved in a broad range of export credit, lending and leasing transactions. His experience includes FPSOs, rigs and other offshore assets.
Martin Brown commented; "I am delighted to be joining Ince & Co with its market leading reputation in the shipping and offshore industries, not only in Singapore but globally. I look forward to working with the firm’s clients , complementing the services we currently provide."
Richard Lovell, Managing Partner, Ince & Co, Singapore said; ‘We are delighted to welcome Martin to the firm. Ince’s growing reputation for ship finance is well known and Martin’s experience strengthens the capabilities of our team in Singapore and Asia as a whole. Martin’s appointment enables us to add value to our shipping, offshore and banking clients.”
David Baker, global head of the ship finance group commented; “Shipping finance is a growing area of specialism for the firm and Martin’s appointment confirms our commitment to the Asian region and also strengthens our global footprint for the benefit of our international clients.”
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