Global Guide 2026 : UK
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Ashurst houses a well-regarded mining practice known for its work on matters throughout the world, with a particular emphasis on Francophone Africa. The team capably leads on corporate transactions and M&A alongside asset-level project development mandates. The firm acts of operators large and small, alongside financial investors in the sector.
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Ashurst advised Vedanta on USD485 million placing of shares in its India-based subsidiary Vedanta Limited.
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Ashurst have expertise within West Africa. They are proactive and able to anticipate things. They knew exactly which experts to go to on the technical side, which is really helpful.
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Yann Alix has a respected Africa-focused mining practice advising clients on project development and M&A transactions. He is especially sought after for projects and deals in francophone regions, due to his dual qualification in both English and French law.
Yann Alix is very proactive and flagged issues we did not think of.
Nick Williamson focuses his practice on the energy and natural resources space. He often advises on the acquisition of large scale mining assets and projects.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International
UK 2026
Practice area: Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International
Location: UK-wide
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