Projects, Energy & Natural Resources: International Firms

What the team is known for

Well-established name in the outbound project financing market, with an Asian presence recently enhanced by the opening of a Seoul office. Noted for its impressive representation of syndicates of ECAs, multilateral agencies and banks as well as energy producers and construction companies in high-value power generation and oil and gas projects in Asia and further afield. Well placed to advise on projects-related mandates in any part of the world, thanks to its 23-office global network.

Strengths

"The team represents its clients to a very high standard," attests one client, adding: "The current environment for financiers is challenging, yet it has the ability to achieve fair outcomes for both sponsors and lenders on complex issues."

A second interviewee supports the firm's candidacy for multi-jurisdictional projects mandates, citing the "smooth internal communication between teams across Seoul, London and Singapore" and the "strong industry-specific teams in every sector."

Work highlights

Advised K-sure and the commercial lenders on the limited recourse financing of the Bahrain LNG terminal.

Notable practitioners

Anna Chung is highly coveted for her deep expertise in international projects, frequently advising marquee lenders and sponsors on matters of development, financing and refinancing. An impressed client values her fusion of "clear and accurate legal advice" with "energy and passion," concluding: "We fully trust her and want to work with her for a long time."