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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Projects & Infrastructure (International Firms)

Global Guide 2026 : China


Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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Projects & Infrastructure (International Firms) - China

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises multinationals and state-owned enterprises on the development, financing and construction of energy and infrastructure projects, with a particular strength advising on PPP projects. It leverages its longstanding reputation in the oil and gas sector to act on project mandates around the world, with a notable track record across South Asia, South-East Asia and Africa. The law firm combines its strong history in traditional energy development with a growing practice for mandates in the renewable sector. It is active on the cross-border financing of varied power projects and is well placed to advise clients on the formation of concession agreements under complex regulatory frameworks.

Foreign Desk

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer's China team houses experts with Australian qualifications. It frequently advises on project financings, development, construction as well as energy mining agreements involving Australia.

Notable practitioners

Hilary Lau and Calvin Ho are key contacts for clients.

Work Highlights

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advised FAS Energy on its proposed formation of a joint venture with PCG Power to develop rooftop solar projects in Xi'an.

Strengths

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  • The team has strong energy market knowledge in Asia and is well connected in the industry. It is very commercial and can adapt to clients' needs. It is a very strong team.

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  • The team is very commercially minded and really appreciates the commercial issues at stake. It is technically very proficient as well.

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