Projects & Energy - Oman
What the team is known for
Trowers & Hamlins maintains a highly skilled energy team that is capable of coordinating projects both within Oman and across the region. The firm has notable expertise in water and power projects and acts for major domestic clients and governmental bodies, with further strengths in both upstream and downstream oil and gas. It is also adept at assisting with renewable energy projects.
Strengths
"Trowers & Hamlins has a wide range of specific experience that they have been able to deploy on the project. They have a good strength and depth of staff."
"Trowers is good at advising on complex matters and also on diversified legal issues."
"Trowers has a good grasp of multiple aspects of the energy sector in the region. Their responsiveness is highly appreciated."
Work highlights
Trowers & Hamlins advised Sahara Hospitality on the development of a forward operations base in a joint venture with Galfar for Shell.
Notable practitioners
Tom Wigley is a highly experienced figure in Omani water and power projects and is Muscat managing partner for Trowers & Hamlins. He is well-versed in oil and gas projects. "Tom Wigley has a deep understanding of the changing regulatory landscape and the trends in key project documentation." "Tom is always very responsive and goes the extra mile to ensure that the service is well delivered. He has the ability to explain the legal input in simple English."
