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Projects, Infrastructure & Energy - Vietnam
What the Team is Known For
DFDL's experienced team is known for acting as legal counsel on renewable energy projects, with particularly strong credentials in Vietnam's solar space, regularly assisting lenders, developers and sponsors. The firm also handles wind energy projects and has strong project development knowledge, including PPA and EPC contracts. DFDL works closely with counterparts across its extensive regional network to assist clients with power project financing in Vietnam.
Work Highlights
DFDL advised Enquest on its acquisition of Harbour Energy's business in Vietnam, including a 53.125% equity interest in the Chim Sao and Dua offshore petroleum production fields Block 12W.
Notable practitioners
Jérôme Buzenet is the managing director at DFDL in Vietnam and is based in Ho Chi Minh City. He has broad expertise which encompasses financing of power projects and energy M&A. He is well placed to advise on wind energy projects.
He's a very good lawyer.
Martin Desautels is a senior partner at DFDL Vietnam. He is noted for his significant expertise in energy project development and financing, often advising power companies as well as other investors and banks. Based in Vietnam, he was previously located in Cambodia and has extensive experience of its market.
Phong Anh Hoang is a partner at DFDL Vietnam, based in Hanoi. He advises clients on project financing and development, including in relation to solar and wind power.