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Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga

Projects & Energy

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This novel area of practice was developed as such following the boom of renewable projects from 2012 to date. 

In this time span, the firm has accumulated more projects financing of greenfield renewable projects (wind and solar), more refinancings and M&A of completed renewable projects and more PPP Projects than any other firm in the market.

In the renewable energy industry the firm has participated in: (a) the project financings of the Pintado, Minas, Pampa, Florida 2, Kiyú, Peralta, Cerro Grande, Melowind, Vientos de Pastorale, Naranjal and Litoral projects; (b) the equity financing of the Florida 1, Minas, Palmatir and Cadonal renewable projects; (c) the acquisition of the Vientos de Pastorale, Naranjal, Litoral, Fingano, Vengano, and Melowind projects; and (d) the refinancings of the Vientos de Pastorale, Fingano, Vengano, Naranjal, Litoral, Cerro Grande and Melowind projects.

In the PPP market, the firm has participated in the four of the six projects that have seen financial close to date, namely the Unidad Punta de Rieles Prison Facility, the “Rutas 21 y 24” and Circuito 3 highway projects and the Ferrocarril Central Project (the first billion-dollar project financing in Uruguay, awarded with the price of rail project of the year by Infrastructure Journal Global).

Through its prestige in these industries, the firm has expanded its practice to: the forestry market, to the port sector, and also to the oil and gas sector.

Clients (10)

  • SACYR
  • SACEEM
  • COPASA
  • China Railway Construction Company
  • SAETA Yield
  • Allianz Global Investors
  • Credit Agricole
  • Stiler
  • Rover Alcisa
  • CAF

Industries (12)

  • Banks
  • Construction & Materials
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Forestry & Paper
  • Government
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Insurance
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Transportation
  • Travel & Leisure
  • Utilities

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Projects & Energy - Uruguay

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga possesses an established projects and energy practice in Uruguay. The team offers expertise in the financing and development of key long-term transport and social infrastructure projects, with particular skill in assisting concession awardees with the negotiation of contracts with the state. The law firm is also noted for representing international financial entities and local energy players in the financing and acquisition of renewable energy projects.

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Work Highlights

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  • Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga advised Doftey and Woil on the development of Proyecto Terminal Soriano, including environmental and regulatory approvals, the procurement of an EPC contractor and the early stages of project financing.

Strengths

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  • Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga has deep knowledge of our sector and provides fast, efficient solutions geared towards achieving better results for our projects. The team quickly understands clients’ challenges while providing excellent service.

    Projects & Energy respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga (Jr.)
    Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga (Jr.)

    Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga (Jr.)

    Head of department Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga garners extensive praise from commentators for his leading position in the projects and energy market in Uruguay.

    • Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga works with remarkable speed and effectiveness. His knowledge of the law and projects, together with his creativity in finding solutions, is outstanding.

      Projects & Energy respondentLatin America

    • Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga brings experience, judgement and leadership to every process. His technical expertise supports and strengthens negotiations, and he remains closely involved in every matter, demonstrating constant commitment and a deep understanding of projects.

      Projects & Energy respondentLatin America
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  • Carolina Bianchi
    Carolina Bianchi

    Carolina Bianchi

    Associate-to-watch Carolina Bianchi is commended by interviewees for her project finance expertise in Uruguay.

    • Carolina Bianchi is a skilled lawyer who is always available, attentive and capable of advising clients effectively.

      Projects & Energy respondentLatin America
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  • Daniela de Castro
    Daniela de Castro

    Daniela de Castro

    Associate-to-watch Daniela de Castro enters the rankings on the basis of her growing expertise in projects and energy matters in Uruguay.

    • Daniela de Castro demonstrates a high level of professionalism and commitment to client service. She handles highly complex matters with confidence and analytical precision, brings strong commercial awareness and excels at explaining issues clearly and effectively.

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