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Global Guide 2026 : Middle East-wide

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Projects & Energy - Middle East-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Dentons has a well-established projects practice spanning the region, with especially well-regarded offices in the UAE, Oman and Qatar. The firm provides experienced local advice on projects mandates, in addition to advising on the international aspects. The team is noted for its significant market share of district cooling mandates, with additional expertise in a range of social infrastructure matters, such as those relating to the development of ports. The firm often provides advice on regulatory matters impacting projects throughout the Middle East.

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Work Highlights

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  • Dentons advised Tabreed on a concession agreement with Dubai Holding Investments concerning the provision of cooling services for Palm Jebel Ali in Dubai.

Strengths

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  • Dentons' strength is its in-depth knowledge of district cooling.

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  • The team at Dentons dedicates significant time to understanding the project's technical details, following which they are able to fully appreciate the risks and mitigants in the project.

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  • Dentons' expertise in this field means it is able to quickly come to grips with some very complex commercial and technical issues arising during negotiations.

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  • It has been a really enriching experience with Dentons in terms of knowledge transfer. The team takes the time to fully explain certain approaches they are recommending.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jon Nash
    Jon Nash

    Jon Nash

    Middle East managing partner Jon Nash is a skilled lawyer who is noted for his wide-ranging expertise in projects across Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Based in Abu Dhabi, he frequently advises clients on contractual matters relating to renewable energy and infrastructure projects.

    • Jon Nash is exceptionally knowledgeable about district cooling. He is very commercial, pragmatic and a strong negotiator. He is able to wrap his head around very complex issues.

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  • Kanishka Singh
    Kanishka Singh

    Kanishka Singh

    Abu Dhabi-based Kanishka Singh is recognised for his burgeoning projects practice, which spans the Middle East. He is much esteemed for his work acting for project sponsors on the development of waste water treatment facilities, district cooling projects and IPPs.

    • Kanishka is a leading authority on district cooling.

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