MERCHANT PROSPECT LIMITED

Merchant Prospect Ltd. is a full‑service maritime consultancy founded in 1990 by Bill Packard and now led by Paul Packard, Lars Torum and Alan Doyle. Based in the Dublin suburb of Swords, the firm supports shipping companies, financiers and corporate clients across the maritime sector, offering a blend of advisory, financing and broking expertise.

The company’s core services include sourcing debt and equity financing for vessel owners, both independently and alongside strategic partners, to broaden funding options. Its consulting arm assists both debtors and creditors with restructurings, business improvement, expansion projects and the development of policy and strategy. In addition, Merchant Prospect provides confidential ship‑broking for sale, purchase and chartering, as well as a suite of ancillary services such as vessel inspections, sanctions compliance, foreign‑exchange and international payment solutions.

With a reputation built on decades of industry experience, Merchant Prospect delivers tailored, pragmatic solutions to ship owners, operators and investors, helping them navigate the complexities of the global maritime market while fostering growth and resilience.