Projects & Infrastructure: International
Global Guide 2024 : Singapore
Band 3
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Provided by Baker McKenzie
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Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie's Singapore projects and infrastructure group works in tandem with the finance team to support major energy multinationals and lenders on project development and financings. The firm handles both conventional and renewable power mandates, including hydropower, solar and wind projects. The team is recognised for advising on varied cross-border transactions relating to renewable power. Particular areas of strength include renewable energy investment, non-renewable power plants and LNG procurement. Baker McKenzie offers notable experience in Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam, working alongside its offices in each jurisdiction. The practice regularly advises project development companies, as well as sponsors and regional lenders.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie advised Acciona Energía Global on its USD150 million acquisition of a close-to 50% stake in The Blue Circle.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I think they have good knowledge of the industry, especially concerning the Indonesian aspects."
"They have been very helpful in dealing with the complexities of the deal, which involves multiple jurisdictions."
"The entire team are competent and have good knowledge of the project finance market. You can always count on them."
"They've got good coverage in the key markets where we've been working with them."
"They are generally very friendly and approachable, as well as up to date with relevant government regulations."
"I think they have good knowledge of the industry, especially concerning the Indonesian aspects."
"They have been very helpful in dealing with the complexities of the deal, which involves multiple jurisdictions."
"The entire team are competent and have good knowledge of the project finance market. You can always count on them."
"They've got good coverage in the key markets where we've been working with them."
"They are generally very friendly and approachable, as well as up to date with relevant government regulations."
Notable Practitioners
Ang Kim Hock of Baker McKenzie is highly regarded as a projects and infrastructure lawyer and is a principal in the firm's finance and projects practice. His clients include project developers and a range of prominent banks.
"I enjoyed working with Kim Hock, who is more than capable of delivering quality work and is responsive to work demands."
"He's very useful for us and has been very proactive in managing both sides of the transaction."
"He knows our company very well so he can give us very good advice."
"I cannot recommend Kim Hock enough. He is very reliable and takes great care of us. He is well versed in projects and has industry insights which come in handy."
Andrew Zaw has a wealth of experience handling project financing across the Asia-Pacific region, often advising banks and financial services clients.
"Andrew is very knowledgeable, knows our business well and is pretty detail-oriented. He also understands the industry, especially in the APAC region."
"He's a great guy who really knows his stuff."
"Andrew is brilliant at high-level advice."
"He's very proactive and manages both parties to the deal very well."
"Andrew has been vital in our project's financing efforts. He has provided us with great advice and takes the time in walking us through complicated financing structures."
Lim Sun Kyun is regularly engaged to advise on transactional energy matters, most notably LNG sale and purchase agreements, especially those with a cross-border Korean element.
"He is a real expert about energy markets. He's been a necessary person for our company's development."
"He's one of the most knowledgeable lawyers I've known, and at the same time has great skill in efficient communication and successful negotiation."