Energy & Natural Resources: International - Singapore
What the team is known for
Ashurst's Singapore-based energy team advises major oil and gas clients on transactions across the region, demonstrating particular expertise in M&A. The team regularly advises on production sharing contracts and sale and purchase arrangements. The firm has deep experience in the LNG sector and power industry credentials across a range of South-East Asian jurisdictions, including Indonesia and Malaysia, as well as further afield. Key clients advised include Venice Energy, AC Energy and Deutsche Bank.
Strengths
"The team were great sounding boards on commercial topics that came up and assisted us in solving commercial issues that arose."
"The team is on our go-to list for oil and gas deals, which is a testimony to the bench strength of its lawyers."
Work highlights
Ashurst advised the Government of Sindh on a project which aims to identify and develop a series of publicly-owned solar parks, with support for the competitive selection of private sector developers through solar auctions for the construction of solar power plants.
Notable practitioners
Chen Chin Chuan and Alfred Ng are key contacts for clients.