Projects & Infrastructure: International

Ashurst fields a team of experienced specialists offering advice on a range of project and infrastructure matters. The practice possesses notable expertise in the cross-border financing, refinancing and development of energy, utilities and transportation projects. Its clientele include syndicates of ECAs, multilateral agencies and banks as well as energy producers and construction companies. The team is bolstered by its joint operation with HwaHyun, and it leverages its international network to provide joined-up advice.

"Their service levels have always been beyond my expectations, so I can rely on their reports."

Anna Chung is highly coveted for her deep expertise in international projects, frequently advising marquee lenders and sponsors on matters of development, financing and refinancing. "She is very good at providing the overall picture and solutions, and proactively seeking approaches applicable to the work." "She has a wealth of knowledge and experience of the Middle Eastern market and brings that expertise to the practice effectively. Her proactive attitude and input have certainly helped us in the process."

Scott Baggett has vast experience advising lenders and sponsors on cross-border financings. He is particularly active in energy, transportation and utilities projects in Vietnam, the Philippines and Saudi Arabia. "Scott is very good and direct. He takes a hard stand and is quite tough." "He is very strong technically."

Stella Bae is an up-and-coming lawyer in the projects and infrastructure sphere. She has experience assisting Korean banks and financial institutions with the financing and development of overseas projects, particularly mandates relating to the Middle East. "She has a great understanding of the client's position through identifying their needs and having to present their position to other parties proactively."