Geon Sik Kang

Awards and Recognition

"He gave us very good advice. He was responsive and also nice to work with. […] He has the ability to propose solutions, which was much appreciated […] [T]he deal was in the hands of Geon Sik Kang, who’s done an amazing job […] Our main point of contact was Geon Sik Kang, who was perfect."

VP at a European transportation bank

Biography

Language - English
Jurisdiction - England & Wales

Geon Sik Kang, known as GS, partners with financiers, lessors, and operators to navigate the complexities of aircraft financing and leasing transactions. His expertise spans operating leases, finance leases, JOLCOs, sustainability-linked loans, portfolio trades and equity investments, as well as restructurings and enforcement scenarios, making him a sought-after advisor who provides comprehensive support across the investment and operating life cycle of commercial aircraft.

GS is passionate about the aviation industry and its challenges and opportunities and enjoys collaborating with clients and colleagues to find efficient solutions to tricky issues.

Clients value GS for his outcomes-focused outlook and his ability to propose practical solutions. GS's dedication to his clients' success sets him apart as a trusted guide in the aviation finance landscape.

Experience

Aircraft leasing
Advised lessors and airlines in connection with operating leases, sale-and-leaseback deals and novations spanning multiple legal jurisdictions.
Commercial financing
Advised banks, lessors, servicers and airlines on various debt financing deals secured against aircraft and aircraft engines.
Secondary trade transactions
Supported global operating lessors and other investors on the sale and purchase of individual aircraft assets and large portfolios in various jurisdictions.

JOLCOs
Acted for airlines on numerous JOLCO transactions.
Restructurings
Represented creditors on the US$6 billion debt restructuring of a global aircraft leasing company, implemented through Chapter 11 proceedings.
Equity investment
Advised a shipping company in connection with its listing on the LSE and connected purchase and debt financing of shipping assets.

专业领域

Aviation Finance - Leasing - Advisory | Legal Services