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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International
Global Guide 2026 : UK
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Sullivan & Cromwell advised Ambatovy Minerals Société Anonyme and Dynatec Madagascar Société Anonyme regarding the USD2.3 billion debt restructuring of the Ambatovy Project.
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Their team has a breadth of knowledge and experience in the project financing space which is second to none.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobalThey have depth and strength across the bench. They are a seamless team.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobalWe were very impressed with the team’s availability and quick reaction time.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobalSullivan & Cromwell consistently demonstrate strong working knowledge of complex mining industry, emerging markets and financing trends.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobalThe team is available any time and is highly responsive.
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Band 2 
Band 2 Stewart M Robertson
Stewart Robertson maintains a varied mining practice, regularly advising clients on project financings and restructurings, as well as international arbitrations. He possesses noteworthy experience handling transactions in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Stewart has demonstrated strong commercial, legal, interpersonal and leadership skills.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobalStewart is a seasoned lawyer, who provides incredible insight from experience and adds value in difficult situations using his quick wit.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobalStewart is excellent to work with. He is collaborative and proactive.
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Band 4 
Band 4 Jon Hannah
Jon Hannah is noted for regularly handling significant corporate and project financing matters in the mining sector. His work spans numerous jurisdictions, including Africa, South Asia and South America.
Jon brings a strong commercial instinct and sharp legal acumen to the process.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobalJon is extremely methodical in his work. He is able to stay calm and composed in any situation.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobalHe is great to work with. He is proactive, hardworking and has strong project experience.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobalHe is an excellent mediator of discussions, as he finds creative alternatives and middle ground for parties to consider. He is a highly reliable and capable lawyer.
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondentGlobal
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Band 3 UK 2026
Practice area: Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International
Location: UK-wide
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