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Linklaters

Projects & Energy

Global Guide 2026 : Saudi Arabia

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Projects & Energy - Saudi Arabia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Linklaters operates an acclaimed Middle East projects team principally drawing on the expertise of lawyers based in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. It is active on numerous big-ticket Saudi matters, spanning transport infrastructure, renewable energy and construction projects. It regularly acts for commercial lenders and export credit agencies on their provision of project finance facilities, and is equally well-versed in the acquisition of stakes in project companies as well as project-related joint venture arrangements.

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Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters acted for INEOS regarding the development and financing for a USD2 billion petrochemicals plant.

Strengths

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  • Linklaters possesses a very detailed knowledge of recent precedent, having successfully advised on similar projects, and furthermore the team displays strong levels of commerciality and practicality.

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  • Their ability to align global standards with local frameworks makes them a highly effective legal partner in strategic infrastructure deals.

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  • Linklaters stands out for its experienced lawyers and their efforts to achieve the best outcome for clients.

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  • The Linklaters team offers significant knowledge and experience, and this is aligned with a practical, adaptable and client-focused approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Matthew Keats
    Matthew Keats

    Matthew Keats

    Dubai-based Matthew Keats has a wide-ranging Middle East projects and energy practice, with particular visibility on Saudi matters. He is regularly mandated on renewable energy projects, with further experience relating to the development and financing of manufacturing facilities, data centres and water desalination plants.

    • Matthew Keats is an extremely talented lawyer who combines very high levels of legal advice and proactivity of service with a personable manner.

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    • He leads a high-performing team very successfully. It is clear that he is able to motivate them and that they in turn enjoy working with and for him.

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  • Ivan Ditiatev
    Ivan Ditiatev

    Ivan Ditiatev

    Ivan Ditiatev is based in Abu Dhabi, from where he is frequently active on big-ticket Saudi matters. He represents a number of major names, with his recent work including several significant project finance and development mandates.

    • His command of complex structured finance transactions is exemplary, and his deep sector expertise positions him as a trusted adviser on high-value, cross-border matters.

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    • Ivan’s strategic foresight, responsiveness and ability to align legal solutions with commercial imperatives consistently deliver exceptional value to clients.

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