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Projects & Energy - South Africa

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Pinsent Masons has a well-regarded projects and energy department, offering its clients expert advice on PPPs, regulations and PPAs. The team advises on a range of infrastructure projects, including social and transport infrastructure, with further activity in energy projects. Its client base consists of developers and development banks.

Work Highlights

  • Pinsent Masons advised the Sihamba Sonke Mobility Consortium on the bid for a second concession of the Gautrain Rapid Rail Link.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Claire Barclay
4
Band 4

Claire Barclay is experienced in handling cross-border infrastructure projects, with a specific focus on PPP mandates. She has extensive experience in transportation projects.

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Emma Roberts
4
Band 4

Emma Roberts is recognised for her handling of renewable power mandates, notably in relation to solar power projects. Working with a portfolio of producers and investors, she adeptly advises on PPA and EPC contracts, as well as offtake agreements.

Emma Roberts demonstrates real value in her regulatory guidance and she excels in advising us on that.

Kieran Whyte
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Kieran Whyte
4
Band 4

Kieran Whyte operates a long-standing projects practice with a particular focus on energy developments. He handles a range of local and cross-border matters, including PPAs, due diligence and infrastructure development. He joined Pinsent Masons in January 2026 after leaving Baker McKenzie.

Kieran Whyte is extremely experienced, has excellent client skills and is a very good communicator.

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Projects & Energy

4
Claire Barclay
4
Band 4
4
Emma Roberts
4
Band 4
Kieran Whyte
4
Kieran Whyte
4
Band 4