Energy & Natural Resources: International
Global Guide 2024 : Singapore
Band 4
Contact number
+65 6410 2200Chambers Review
Clifford Chance Singapore's high-calibre team is recommended for its experience in large power and infrastructure projects. The team is especially active on matters in the renewable energy space, including wind and solar, while also advising on the financing of LNG upstream and downstream projects. Clifford Chance leverages its comprehensive global network and impressive construction capabilities to provide support on project financing and development across the region and further afield. The team also draws on cross-practice expertise to support energy sector clients on M&A and financing transactions. The firm is able to assist industry clients with fundraising for further expansion. Clients include private and state-owned project sponsors, commercial lenders and ECAs.
Clifford Chance's Singapore office works in conjunction with its global teams to advise clients on matters in India, especially concerning M&A in the power sector. Melissa Ng is a key contact.
The firm also has considerable expertise in Malaysia's energy and infrastructure sector, advising on project finance and capital markets deals. Clifford Chance advised the export credit agencies and lenders on the financing of a greenfield integrated condensate splitter and aromatics complex in Pengerang, in Malaysia. Valerie Kong is a key contact.
The Singapore office is well known for advising foreign lenders on the development and financing of power projects in Vietnam, with particular experience in EPC contracts. The team assists both project companies and international lenders. Ross Howard is a key client contact for Vietnam work.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They can provide solutions, think outside of the box and explain legal and financial matters to a wide range of audiences."
"Clifford Chance are very capable of explaining and organising a complex transaction. They go above and beyond what is typically expected of legal counsel."
"They are quite sophisticated on the matter, given the project is very complex and technical."
"They're an outstanding team who are very sophisticated, very responsive and client-friendly."
"The team have a good understanding of legal and commercial matters."
"They can provide solutions, think outside of the box and explain legal and financial matters to a wide range of audiences."
"Clifford Chance are very capable of explaining and organising a complex transaction. They go above and beyond what is typically expected of legal counsel."
"They are quite sophisticated on the matter, given the project is very complex and technical."
"They're an outstanding team who are very sophisticated, very responsive and client-friendly."
"The team have a good understanding of legal and commercial matters."
Notable Practitioners
Ross Howard in Singapore has significant experience representing lenders in renewable power and petrochemical projects. He has strong expertise in relation to matters involving Vietnam.
"Ross has excellent skills and knowledge in a wide range of subjects. He has a high level of professional and commercial awareness which is greatly appreciated given the complexity of our project. His diplomatic spirit and emotional intelligence are highly valued and facilitate dialogue."
"Ross's calm, considered and friendly style of delivery struck the right note to represent his clients' views during negotiations."
Matthew Buchanan is best known for his advice on the construction and development of renewable and conventional energy projects. He earns particular praise for his expertise in wind energy projects.
"Matt understands the issues well and has a good grip on his work."
"He's clearly very knowledgeable and capable."
"He's very knowledgeable, client-friendly and one of the best EPC experts in the market."
Melissa Ng in Singapore regularly advises on M&A and financings involving companies operating in the power and oil and gas space.
"Melissa Ng is the cream of the crop."