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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Projects & Energy

Global Guide 2026 : Saudi Arabia

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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

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Projects & Energy - Saudi Arabia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Ashurst maintains a leading projects and energy practice in the Middle East, with regular involvement on significant Saudi mandates. Its lawyers in Riyadh and Jeddah have considerable experience advising on the development and financing of energy projects, in addition to assisting with the construction of industrial and residential sites across the Kingdom. The compact team in Saudi Arabia is ably supported by the expertise of projects partners located in other offices worldwide, particularly Abu Dhabi.

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Work Highlights

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  • Ashurst acted as counsel to a consortium of Saudi banks on the financing for an industrial steam and electricity cogeneration facility to support the Amiral petrochemical complex being developed by SATORP. The financing comprised two separate facilities, valued at USD740 million and SAR487 million respectively.

Strengths

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  • The Ashurst team combines technical expertise with a highly commercial approach, consistently delivering pragmatic and solution-oriented advice that adds real value.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David Charlier
    David Charlier

    David Charlier

    David Charlier is Middle East managing partner at Ashurst and an accomplished projects lawyer. He regularly advises lenders on project financing agreements and also has considerable experience acting for project sponsors. He combines frequent activity on Saudi deals with a wide-ranging practice covering the entire region.

    • David Charlier is a very good lawyer and very supportive. He understands our requirements and budget.

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  • Bilal Rana
    Bilal Rana

    Bilal Rana

    Riyadh-based Bilal Rana maintains a strong focus on project finance as part of a broader banking and finance practice. He has a wealth of experience advising on the construction of industrial facilities and regarding urban redevelopment projects.

    • He is very professional, taking you into all the details and explaining every concept.

      Projects & Energy respondentGlobal

    • Bilal Rana always goes above and beyond to add value. He offers unprecedented commercial and legal advice as borrower counsel.

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