Project Finance - Italy
What the team is known for
Ashurst is renowned for advising on the full range of infrastructure and energy projects, including telecoms and renewables. The team represents lenders and agents and is widely recognised for its track record in deals both within the domestic market and on the international stage. It is notably active in advising major financial institutions, as well as large construction companies.
Strengths
"Ashurst has a very strong ability to find effective solutions in complex contexts and in compliance with the customer's time objectives."
Work highlights
Ashurst advised Antin Infrastructure Partners and Hippocrates Holding on a debt package worth almost EUR1 billion from a pool of 15 lenders.
Notable practitioners
Carloandrea Meacci is an acclaimed lawyer who has extensive experience in domestic and cross-border project financing, refinancing and structured finance in the renewable energy, infrastructure and technology sectors. "Carloandrea Meacci is an outstanding professional, with a strong knowledge of the Italian power market and relevant regulations. He also has strong negotiating skills and is always available and a problem-solver."
Umberto Antonelli is an increasingly prominent lawyer who demonstrates notable expertise in infrastructure financing and refinancing, as well as acquisitions and construction projects. Additionally, he often acts on financings for photovoltaic plants. "Umberto Antonelli is a professional with important experience and charisma. He is able to guide complex negotiations, is always available to support the customer and always pays attention to the quality of the result."
