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What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance has a leading practice with particular expertise in UK and African power developments. Beyond the power sector, the firm also routinely advises on PPP transport and social infrastructure projects. The firm draws from a wealth of resources in areas such as environment, capital markets and construction law to provide an integrated offering. It is recognised for providing expert advice to both lenders and sponsors. The firm offers substantial experience in handling cross-border and multinational projects.

Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance represented NNB Generation Company on the development and financing of the new Sizewell C nuclear power station in the UK funded via the the Regulated Asset Base (RAB) model.

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Notable Practitioners

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Craig Nethercott
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Craig Nethercott maintains a healthy reputation for his knowledge of upstream and midstream project finance transactions. He is particularly adept at advising on developments in Africa and the Middle East.

Craig is exceptionally client-focused and deal-oriented. He always looks for a way to get a deal done and he works with the other side to find a solution to problems.

Craig Nethercott has a combination of being both commercial, but also on top of the detail of even the most complex transactions.

Russell Wells
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Russell Wells
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Russell Wells is held in high regard for his work on midstream and downstream oil and gas transactions across a number of jurisdictions, including in Africa and Europe. He additionally serves as co-head of the firm's global energy group.

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John Wilkins
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John Wilkins maintains a noteworthy practice which focuses on the project financing of nuclear and gas-fired power plants. He is also adept at advising on carbon capture projects. He holds particular expertise on novel financing structures such as the Regulated Asset Base (RAB) model.

John is exceptionally astute and commercially aware, making him a pleasure to work with on complicated assignments.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Craig Nethercott
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Russell Wells
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Russell Wells
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John Wilkins
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