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Norton Rose Fulbright

Projects & Energy: International

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan

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Norton Rose Fulbright

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Projects & Energy: International - Japan

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

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.

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Work Highlights

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright advised Tokyo Gas on all structuring, due diligence and corporate aspects relating to the divestment of their interests in the Gorgon, Ichthys, Pluto and QCLNG Australian integrated LNG Projects.

Strengths

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  • The quality of work received from NRF has been outstanding and has helped us see the way forward, even when we were in a complex situation.

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  • They collaborate between offices in each country and have strong relationships with governments and industry.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • George Gibson
    George Gibson

    George Gibson

    George Gibson heads Norton Rose Fulbright's Tokyo office. He acts for borrowers on project finance matters and has experience advising a range of clients on transactions and development projects in the energy sector.

    • George Gibson is experienced in complex joint ventures and associated competition matters. He understands the client very well and is experienced with Japanese businesses.

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    • George Gibson has abundant experience and knowledge of the types of transactions we carry out.

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