Projects & Energy: International
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Japan
Band 3
Contact number
+81 3 4545 3200Chambers Review
Norton Rose Fulbright's team in Tokyo is highly regarded for its work advising on FPSO and LNG vessel finance and development. The firm acts for blue-chip Japanese corporations and major banks engaged in LNG and other projects in Latin America and the Middle East, with advice on bidding, tolling agreements and gas procurement. The team is also adept at handling onshore power generation and infrastructure projects, and experienced in negotiating and structuring cross-border joint venture agreements.
Work Highlights
- Norton Rose Fulbright advised sponsors Marubeni Corporation and Transelec on all aspects of the development and financing of an independent water plant in Chile.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Norton Rose are quick and very responsive to keep the task flows as scheduled."
"The team works seamlessly despite the varied locations and brings together a wide range of knowledge to cover the various aspects of transactions when required."
"Norton Rose are quick and very responsive to keep the task flows as scheduled."
"The team works seamlessly despite the varied locations and brings together a wide range of knowledge to cover the various aspects of transactions when required."
Notable Practitioners
George Gibson heads Norton Rose Fulbright's Tokyo office. He acts for borrowers on project finance matters and also has experience advising a range of clients on transactions and development projects in the energy sector.
"George Gibson is extraordinarily committed to delivering for his clients, and his understanding of the needs of the client stands out."
"George is very thoughtful and respectful of client needs. He regularly checks in to seek feedback to ensure the team is delivering to expectations."