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About
Provided by Ben Thompson
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Benjamin Thompson is a partner in Mayer Brown's Singapore office and is a member of the Global Projects group. He has many years of experience in project financings throughout Asia and has advised both sponsors and lenders on a number of the highest profile and award-winning power projects, including the Myingyan IPP (Myanmar's first internationally tendered power project), the Nam Ngiep 1 and Nam Ngum 3 hydropower projects in Laos PDR and the Nong Saeng and Gulf U-Thai IPP projects in Thailand.
Ben has a particular focus on renewables (including hydro, wind and solar) as well as extensive experience in advising MLA and DFI lenders on projects, including ADB, IFC, AIIB, DEG and others.
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Asia-Pacific
Ben Thompson in Singapore advises both lenders and sponsors on the financing and development of a variety of projects in Myanmar. His focus includes oil and gas, power and renewable energy mandates.
Ben Thompson is based in Singapore and has strong expertise as a project finance lawyer. He frequently represents lenders, developers and sponsors, including in the Myanmar market.
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Provided by Chambers
"He provides practical advice on unique and complex issues in emerging markets and is a great lawyer to work with."
"Ben is highly responsive, knowledgeable and helpful."
"Ben's advice on project and loan documentation has been to the point and practical, and he strives hard to find a balance in negotiations without compromising his client's interests."
"Ben has provided an excellent legal representation to lenders in our project. His experience and ability to understand the circumstances of the project have been invaluable."
"He provides practical advice on unique and complex issues in emerging markets and is a great lawyer to work with."
"Ben is highly responsive, knowledgeable and helpful."
"Ben's advice on project and loan documentation has been to the point and practical, and he strives hard to find a balance in negotiations without compromising his client's interests."
"Ben has provided an excellent legal representation to lenders in our project. His experience and ability to understand the circumstances of the project have been invaluable."
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