Chambers Review

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Projects & Infrastructure (International Firms) - China
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Band 3
What the team is known for

Pinsent Masons possesses an established record for advising contractors and project sponsors on the construction of infrastructure projects abroad. It is also noted for its representation of developers involved in power projects in South-East Asia, Africa and the Middle East, with particular expertise in traditional energy development. The law firm is well versed in handling EPC and PPP agreements and often advises on investments into existing projects and asset portfolios. It is also adept at dealing with the early stages of developments, involving complex financing arrangements. Its key clients include the Asian Development Bank, International Finance Corporation and Keppel Asia Infrastructure Fund.

Foreign desks

Pinsent Masons is acknowledged for its wealth of experience advising on project finance and regulatory issues related to infrastructure projects in the Philippines, where it acts both for local entities, including the national government, and for international bodies. The firm has lately acted on a number of road and public transport infrastructure projects and is also respected for advice on significant PPP power projects.

Notable practitioners

Heads of department Mark Hu, Lui Kanyi and John Yeap are key contacts at the firm.

Work Highlights

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  • Pinsent Masons represented Keppel Asia Infrastructure Fund on its investment in the 600 MW Keppel Sakra Cogeneration Plant in Singapore.

Strengths

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