T.S. Lines turns to A&O Shearman for guidance on landmark IPO

T.S. Lines, a leading container shipping company in the Asia Pacific region, has solidified its market position through this significant transaction. Kung-Wei Liu, A&O Shearman partner, commented: “The T.S. Lines IPO is a landmark transaction that not only solidifies T.S. Lines' market position in the Asia Pacific region but also demonstrates the resilience of the Hong Kong IPO market. We’re seeing the market rebound and the international appeal of the Hong Kong IPO market is evident in the prominent investors this listing has attracted.”

Jonathan Hsui, A&O Shearman partner, commented: “The successful completion of this IPO enhances our visibility and penetration in the Greater China equity capital markets, and we are proud to have played a pivotal role in this significant milestone for T.S. Lines.”

The A&O Shearman team was led by partners Kung-Wei Liu and Jonathan Hsui, with support from lead associates Zoe Guan, Julia Zhu, Rachel Chan and Tim Qiao. Dustin Plotnick and Anna Armao advised on U.S. tax aspects, while U.S. sanction specialist Nick Ognibene provided guidance on U.S. sanction issues