"Watson Farley & Williams Advises MPC Container Ships on $66 Million Order for Two Advanced Container Vessels"

"Watson Farley & Williams (WFW) has advised MPC Container Ships ASA (MPCC) on the order of two 1,600 TEU container ships from Fujian Mawei Shipyard in China, with a total investment of $66 million. The vessels, scheduled for delivery in the second half of 2027, are part of MPCC's fleet modernization program aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and minimizing environmental risks. The deal includes eight-year charter agreements with a major shipping liner and options for additional units. WFW's maritime team, led by Dr. Christian Finnern, provided legal guidance on the transaction."

**Law Firms and Parties Involved:** Watson Farley & Williams (“WFW”) advised MPC Container Ships ASA (“MPCC”) on a significant transaction involving the order of two container ships and related charter agreements. **Transaction Overview:** MPCC has placed an order for two 1,600 TEU container ships with Fujian Mawei Shipyard in China, with a total investment of US$66 million. The vessels are scheduled for delivery in the second half of 2027 and are part of MPCC's strategic fleet modernization program aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and minimizing regulatory and environmental risks. The deal includes eight-year charter agreements with a prominent shipping liner company and options for additional units to allow for future scalability. **Legal Team:** The WFW Maritime team advising MPCC was led by Hamburg Corporate Partner Dr. Christian Finnern, with support from Associates Maximilian Hennig and Bjarne Ruthke. Additionally, Hamburg Partner Dr. F. Maximilian Boemke provided advice on regulatory matters, while London Partners Joe McGladdery and Charles Buss advised on English law.

"Watson Farley & Williams Advises MPC Container Ships on $66 Million Order for Two Advanced Container Vessels"

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