Finance & Structuring
The right finance structure can make a vessel acquisition viable that would otherwise not be — and the wrong one can undermine an otherwise sound decision.
Swan Marine works alongside specialist marine finance brokers and your existing advisors to ensure the finance and ownership structure for any vessel acquisition is optimally matched to your goals, your tax position, and your risk tolerance.
We do not provide finance directly, but our understanding of the marine-specific considerations means we ask the right questions and ensure the structure you end up with is genuinely fit for purpose.
Finance Options Overview
Marine vessel finance is structured differently from most other asset classes. Chattel mortgages, hire purchase, novated arrangements, and specialist marine lending all behave differently — and the right choice depends on the vessel type, use, ownership structure, and your broader financial position.
We help you understand the landscape before you engage a lender, so you go into those conversations informed.
Enquire about this service →Lender Introductions
We maintain relationships with specialist marine lenders and finance brokers who understand the asset class. Where appropriate, we can make warm introductions that move faster and on better terms than cold approaches.
This is particularly valuable for commercial vessel finance, where the assessment criteria are more complex and lender experience with the asset class matters significantly.
Enquire about this service →Structuring Review
Before any acquisition proceeds, we encourage a structured review of the ownership and finance arrangements with your accountant and legal advisor. We facilitate that conversation — bringing the marine-specific context that generalist advisors often lack.
The goal is an arrangement that is tax-efficient, liability-appropriate, and aligned with your long-term intentions for the asset.
Enquire about this service →Every engagement begins with a conversation. No obligation — just clarity on how we can help you move forward.