Projects & Infrastructure - Asia-Pacific Region
What the team is known for
Herbert Smith Freehills has a well-reputed legal team in Australia with expertise in advising on major domestic PPP infrastructure projects. It has an established practice in transport infrastructure, especially rail. Its teams in Japan and China are also well regarded, frequently assisting with the financing and development of international LNG and renewables projects. The firm acts for contractors, sponsors, financiers and investors. It also has a notable presence in the South-East Asia market, with an established team in Singapore.
Strengths
"They have a good understanding of the sector and are able to provide responses to all questions asked."
"HSF have great industry knowledge, depth of commercial understanding and awareness of what is driving a transaction."
"Hebert Smith Freehills are always able to connect the legal advice to commercial considerations. They are extremely well organised and offer tailored advice."
"They have a strong grasp on all transaction-critical matters. Their pragmatic approach enabled our deal to complete on time and with minimal stress."
Work highlights
HSF continued to act as OZ Minerals' strategic legal adviser across all aspects of the West Musgrave Project, including in connection with the processing plant and power package.
Herbert Smith Freehills advised Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation on project financing for the Arctic 2 LNG project.
Notable practitioners
Monica Sun in Mainland China, Andrew Blacoe in Tokyo and Erin Wakelin in Sydney are key contacts.