Cargo and Service Ships
Finance qualifying bulk carriers, tankers, container vessels, offshore service vessels and specialist ships.
Debt and Structured Capital for Marine Assets
Maritime Asset Financing Advisory Services
Financely structures maritime asset financing for shipowners, operators and sponsors acquiring commercial vessels, marine equipment and income-producing maritime assets.
Vessel financing should align asset value, charter income, operating costs and debt service.
Acquire the Asset Without Overloading the Operating Company
Maritime acquisitions require more than a vessel valuation. Lenders evaluate flag, class, age, technical condition, charter coverage, operating costs and the borrower’s ability to manage the asset throughout the loan term.
We build the financing structure around the vessel, acquisition price, operating plan and contracted or projected cash flow.
Request a Maritime Financing ReviewEligible Maritime Assets
Ferries and Transport Vessels
Structure capital around established routes, operating concessions and contracted passenger demand.
Operational Asset Packages
Consider engines, cranes, port equipment and marine systems tied to a viable operating business.
Asset value alone is rarely enough. Finance providers expect a credible operating plan, acceptable management, insurance, class status and a reliable repayment source.
Maritime Financing Structures
Vessel Acquisition Debt
Senior financing can be secured by the vessel, earnings, insurances, bank accounts and shares of the owning entity.
Maritime Sale-Leaseback
A leasing counterparty acquires the asset and leases it to the operator under agreed payment and purchase-option terms.
Fleet Financing Facilities
Multiple vessels may be financed under one portfolio structure with cross-collateralization and consolidated covenant testing.
Maritime Equity Gap Financing
Preferred equity, joint-venture capital or sponsor co-investment can supplement senior debt where additional acquisition capital is required.
What Makes a Maritime Transaction Financeable
Providers review the purchase agreement, independent valuation, class records, inspection reports and proposed ownership structure. Charter contracts, operating history and counterparty quality can materially affect leverage and pricing.
The financing case should demonstrate that projected earnings remain sufficient after crewing, fuel, maintenance, insurance, dry-docking and debt service.
Our Advisory Process
1
Asset Review
We assess the vessel, valuation, technical profile and proposed operation.
2
Financial Model
We model leverage, operating costs, charter income and debt service.
3
Capital Placement
We present the transaction to suitable maritime finance providers.
4
Closing Support
We coordinate diligence, documentation and funding conditions.
Finance the Maritime Asset With a Credible Capital Structure
Submit the vessel details, acquisition price, valuation, charter information and requested financing amount for an initial assessment.
Submit a Maritime Financing RequestFrequently Asked Questions
What is maritime asset financing?
Maritime asset financing provides debt, leasing or structured capital for the acquisition or ownership of commercial vessels and marine equipment.
How much of a vessel purchase can be financed?
Leverage depends on asset value, age, charter coverage, borrower strength and market conditions. The buyer normally contributes meaningful equity.
Can an older vessel be financed?
Older vessels may qualify when technical condition, remaining useful life, class status and operating economics are acceptable.
Are charter contracts required?
Not always. Contracted charter income can strengthen the transaction and may support improved leverage or repayment visibility.
Does Financely provide vessel loans directly?
Financely provides advisory, structuring and placement support. Third-party finance providers make final credit decisions.
This page is provided for general information and does not constitute a commitment to arrange or provide financing. Financely works on a best-efforts basis. All mandates remain subject to KYC and AML review, sanctions screening, asset diligence, provider approval and definitive documentation.