Active across the aviation, maritime, automotive and logistics sectors, Watson Farley & Williams (Thailand) Limited has demonstrable experience in handling the full range of contentious and non-contentious mandates, in addition to regulatory issues. The team notably acts for clients on international marine matters, as well as domestic litigation cases. With noteworthy expertise in dry shipping, practice co-leader Kay Kian Tan handles disputes concerning bills of lading, charterparties and commodities, including crude oil products, coal and rice. Based in Sydney, fellow co-head Alan Polivnick advises on all aspects of aviation and airline operations, including finance and leasing, M&A, insolvency and restructuring and disputes.

Baker McKenzie LLP's key undertakings in the transport domain extends from road and rail-related PPP infrastructure projects to aviation and automotive matters. The team is regularly entrusted by a diverse array of clients, including global manufacturers and international suppliers, with aviation specialists on hand to cover regulatory compliance issues and licensing mandates. The practice is led by Suriyong Tungsuwan, who has experience in the automotive industry, and Sawanee Sethsathira, who advises on project development and finance of power, in addition to petrochemical and infrastructure projects in Thailand. Viroj Piyawattanametha's capabilities include assisting clients with PPP-related matters, while Permsak Krairiksh's aircraft leasing and financing expertise further strengthens the practice. Chavapol Akkaravoranun is another key name to note in the practice.

Pre-eminent in the aviation sector, Tilleke & Gibbins is routinely entrusted with aircraft transactions and financings by a multitude of clients, including airlines, air cargo firms and insurers, among others. The practice is jointly led by John Frangos, who is regarded for his aviation and dispute capabilities, and Santhapat Periera, who demonstrates strength on the transactional side of aviation-related matters. Noppramart Thammateeradaycho leads the shipping team, advising on ship arrests and collisions, as well as marine casualties, in addition to being involved in maritime insurance disputes.

JTJB International Lawyers Co Ltd excels in the shipping, maritime and transport arena, capable of handling a range of matters, from charterparty contracts and hire of maritime labour to the sale and purchase of vessels and commodity trade agreements. Managing partner Naiyachon Tathong spearheads the practice and is noted for his expertise in handling maritime disputes, such as charterparty claims, demurrage claims, bunker claims, and arrest of vessel and cargo claims.