BW LPG Secures Innovative Japanese Operating Lease
Deal News | May 15, 2025 | Stephenson Harwood LLP
Stephenson Harwood (Singapore) Alliance has provided advisory services to BW LPG Limited on the implementation of a Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) financing structure. This deal marks BW LPG Limited's first engagement with JOLCO, a unique financing option that combines the benefits of leasing with the flexibility of a purchase option. This move indicates BW LPG's proactive approach to exploring diverse financial strategies to optimize their asset management while expanding their operational flexibility.
Sectors
- Maritime & Shipping
- Financial Services
Geography
- Singapore – Stephenson Harwood (Singapore) Alliance, the advisory firm, is based in Singapore and involved in the deal.
Industry
- Maritime & Shipping – BW LPG Limited operates within the maritime and shipping industry, specifically in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) segment.
- Financial Services – The transaction involves a financing structure—Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option—a financial service essential to BW LPG Limited's strategic asset management.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BW LPG Limited | Target Company | Company | BW LPG is the world's leading owner and operator of LPG carriers. |
| Stephenson Harwood LLP | Legal Advisor | Company | A law firm providing legal advisory services on the JOLCO financing structure. |