Hall Of Fame

Leading Associates

Transport (including shipping) in Bulgaria

Andrey Delchev and Partners - Eurolex Bulgaria

Andrey Delchev and Partners - Eurolex Bulgaria has a proven track record across a range of transport infrastructure matters including port, air and city transport projects. The group is also well placed to advise on metro and motorway extensions, in addition to railway redevelopments and disputes in the transport sector. The practice is led by two partners: Stoyan Barzakov focuses on PPP projects, whilst Magdalena Valova has experience in highway and metro projects, in addition to concession of river and sea port terminals.

Praxisleiter:

Stoyan Barzakov; Magdalen Valova


Kernmandanten

Trace Group Hold


Lukoil Group Bulgaria


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advises Trace Group Hold regarding a wide variety of infrastructure projects and related matters such as motorway construction projects.
  • Advises the Lukoil Group in Bulgaria on a national investigation regarding an alleged abuse of dominant position on the market.

Boyanov & Co.

The transport team at Boyanov & Co. stands out for its expertise in aviation, including transactions, financing, leasing, and ongoing support to airline clients. Recent work has involved registration issues, pledging of aircraft and engines, and transfer of title of aircraft. In addition, the firm is well-placed to support road, railway and shipping clients. The group works in tandem with other departments to provide assistance in corporate, competition, regulatory and concessions matters. Raina Dimitrova leads the practice, with support from Trayan Targov.

Praxisleiter:

Raina Dimitrova


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Trayan Targov


Referenzen

‚We have worked with Boyanov on aviation matters, where they seem knowledgeable.‘

‚Trayan Targov is very responsive and knowledgeable. We also work with Raina Dimitrova.‘

Kernmandanten

Merx Aviation


GA Telesis


Avolon


Wizz Air Hungary


Aero Capital Solutions


Carlyle Aviation Partners


FTAI Aviation


Genesis


Avolon


Castlelake


Petrus Aviation


Gryphon Aviation Leasing


Macquarie Aircraft Leasing Services (Ireland) Limited


Crestone Air Partners


Aurick One Limited


400 Capital Management


Zephyrus Aviation Capital


Hanwha Aviation


Oaktree


Dubai Aerospace Enterprise


Volkswagen Group


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised and represented Aero Capital Solutions before the Bulgarian Civil Aviation Authority on the purchase of a Bulgaria-registered Airbus A320 aircraft, the novation of the existing lease agreement with the Bulgarian operator Electra Airways, and the creation of a security interest under Bulgarian law in favor of a U.S.-based financial institution.
  • AdvisedGA Telesis on all Bulgarian legal aspects of the sale of two aircraft engines to FTAI Aviation.
  • Advised Macquarie AirFinance on the sale of a Boeing 737 cargo aircraft registered in Bulgaria to Crestone Air Partners, as well as the novation of the existing lease agreement with the local cargo air carrier Compass Cargo Airlines.

Georgiev, Todorov & Co

With strong credentials in transport matters, Georgiev, Todorov & Co covers the full array of work including project development, transactions, and policy implementation. The group is particularly strong in disputes, including administrative and competition appeals, and has a strong track record in transport projects. Spearheading the team, Alexander Pachamanov is a key contact for corporate, competition and regulatory matters in the transport sector.

Praxisleiter:

Alexander Pachamanov


Referenzen

‚Georgiev, Todorov & Co. is very strong in transport and shipping. We have relied on the firm’s expertise and professional team on many occasions and have never been disappointed.‘

‚In the transport area, the lawyer who really stands out is Alexander Pachamanov, who is a senior partner. His professional qualities and expertise in the matter are immense.‘

Kernmandanten

BALKANTEL Ltd.


BMF Port Burgas


Bulgarian Branch Chamber „Roads“


DUVENBECK LOGISTICA SLU


Fleet Services


Hemus Motorways AD


KG Maritime Shipping


LIEL Construction EOOD


Metroreklama


MTK Trans


Port of Burgas


Solaris Bus & Coach


Sofia Bikes Association


OBONATO BUILD EOOD


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising G.P. Group JSC on its application in the public procurement and subsequent execution of a contract with the subject „Design and construction of signalling and telecommunication systems on the railway line Plovdiv – Burgas“ under the project „Rehabilitation of the railway line Plovdiv-Burgas, phase 2“.
  • Advising MTK Trans on the relations with Sofia Municipality for the carriage of passengers by several city bus lines and helps the client to collect unpaid remunerations for the transport services performed.
  • Represents Viastroi AD before the Commission for Protection of Competition and the Supreme Administrative Court, in an appeal filed by other participants.

Kambourov & Partners

Kambourov & Partners is home to a knowledgeable transport team, that represents clients across the sector including automotive, rail, aviation, shipping and urban mobility. The group’s broad expertise covers disputes, leasing, acquisitions and infrastructure projects such as metro lines, port concessions and railway construction. Practice head Stefan Tzakov has extensive experience in transport projects, especially road, aviation, port and railway infrastructure. He leads the team along with Atanas Shopov, who is active in transactions, construction and financing matters.

Praxisleiter:

Stefan Tzakov; Atanas Shopov


Kernmandanten

UAB “BAA Training”, Lithuania


Contrail Aviation Support, LLC


First Investment Bank


Bank of China Limited, New York Branch


FTAI Aircraft Leasing Ireland (2025) DAC


Elica Yard


Witte Automotive


Monolit


CASP Leasing I, LLC


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising Monolit on the design and construction of a 3-km underground extension of Sofia’s Third Metro Line, including three new stations.
  • Advised WITTE Automotive on the EUR 25.5 million expansion of its vehicle components production facility in Ruse, Bulgaria.
  • Advised BAA Training on the implementation of a training loan model to support aspiring pilots in Bulgaria.

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co maintains a strong position in the market for transport mandates, including disputes, regulatory compliance and public procurement. The group also handles corporate matters in the transport sector, from setting up operations in Bulgaria to negotiating transactions. At the helm of the practice, Donka Stoyanova is a name to note for contentious matters, whilst Alexander Georgiev is a key member of the team at an associate level.

Praxisleiter:

Donka Stoyanova


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Pencho Stanchev; Alexander Georgiev


Referenzen

‚DPC’s Transport team has been particularly strong in areas such as regulatory compliance, contract structuring of jet acquisition, financing of transport-related assets, and negotiations with counterparties which is not typical for our market and rarely lawyers have experience with similar matters. They are highly responsive, clear in their advice, and always focused on finding workable outcomes. Compared with other firms, DPC is more proactive and business-minded.‘

‚I would especially mention Pencho Stanchev, who is one of the brightest lawyers I have ever seen. He brings excellent strategic vision and understands the regulatory framework inside out and can easily predict where a problem can arise. Alexander Georgiev is also very smart lawyer who is extremely detail-oriented and reliable in managing complex negotiations and documentation. Their combined expertise has been crucial in ensuring smooth execution of our transport projects and financing arrangements.‘

‚What makes DPC different is how much they care about their clients. They don’t stop at giving legal advice – they help you navigate every challenge along the way. Their clarity, availability, and genuine involvement make them stand out in the market. They are outstanding professionals.‘

Kernmandanten

TAV Operations Services


Sisecam Automotive Bulgaria


Mo-Mo Trans Ltd.


Most 81


Bulgaria Air


Easy Rent Bulgaria


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised TAV Operations Services on the establishment and regulatory setup of its operations in Bulgaria.
  • Advised Sisecam Automotive Bulgaria on various corporate, commercial and tax issues arising from the client’s day-to-day activity.
  • Advised Mo-Mo Trans Ltd. on various legal issues related to transport and corporate law and the transport services delivered by the client.

Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov

The transport practice Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov covers a broad scope of work in the sector, including PPP and concession projects, litigation, competition and financial restructuring. It advises clients across the aviation, automotive, rail and maritime industries, with deep expertise in regulatory matters. Anton Krustev leads the team, with extensive experience in transport and infrastructure projects, in addition to regulatory matters.

Praxisleiter:

Anton Krustev


Kernmandanten

Air Lease Corporation


Dronamics LTD


Gilat Satellite Networks


Chariot Motors AD


ICBC International Finance Limited


Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche AG Kreditorenbuchhaltung


ROMPRIM SA


Türk Hava Yolları (Turkish Airlines).


Vinted


BMW Group


Suzuki Motor Corporation


Everllence SE


Wolt Enterprises Oy


Bulgarian Employers’ Association Innovative Technologies BRAIT


Emma Capital Group and Box Now OOD


EUROCOM 2000


Panagyurishte Municipality


Veolia Environement


Fast Services Bulgaria


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising Air Lease Corporation on securing the leasing of new aircrafts to Fly Lease EOOD and subsequent subleases to Bulgaria Air AD.
  • Supporting Dronamics Ltd. on the development and implementation of an international export joint venture in the United Arab Emirates, focused on establishing a long-term transport and logistics channel for dual-use goods.
  • Advising Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq: GILT, TASE: GILT) and its Bulgarian subsidiary RAYSAT BULGARIA EOOD (“RAYSAT”) on various legal matters: ongoing legal advice to both companies regarding procurement, transport, export control of defence-related products and dual-use items to and from Bulgaria, including obtaining licenses and authorisations.

Schoenherr

Schoenherr represents a range of transport clients in public procurement procedures, financial restructuring, acquisitions and disputes. The team has in-depth knowledge of the automotive, railway and airline industries, and advises on ongoing commercial and competition matters in the sector. Practice head Stefana Tsekova is well placed to advise on regulatory matters, and has a proven track record in acquisitions and project financing.

Praxisleiter:

Stefana Tsekova


Kernmandanten

Alstom SA


EBRD


OMV Bulgaria


GTS Ground Transportation System Austria GmbH


Car-Data Ltd.


VA Intertrading AG


BlackPeak Capital


eSky Group IP sp. z o.o mBank S.A.


PETRACO OIL COMPANY SA


Milbank LLP


ING Bank


Thales


OMV Petrom


Car-Data Ltd.


Bosch.IO / Robert Bosch EOOD


AU Optronics


Titan Machinery Austria


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing Alstom as consortium lead in a successful appeal procedure for the award of a €720m tender for the Bulgarian Ministry of Transport and Communications to supply 35 interregional electric trains along with 15 years of maintenance services.
  • Providing permanent legal counsel to OMV.
  • Advising Car-Data Ltd. on the negotiation and conclusion of licensing agreements and general terms and conditions for the provision of DAT services.