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Our Projects practice is made up of experts with significant project finance and development experience. We are involved in a number of high profile projects across various key sectors, many of which are the first of their kind in South Africa and other Sub-Saharan African countries. Our Projects practice is backstopped by our Energy & Infrastructure sector group. Our energy industry expertise comprises a unique mix of South African, Sub-Saharan African and international experience. We are confident that given our technical project and development and finance capability, unique energy industry knowledge and proven track record, we have developed the best possible projects offering to advise clients wherever they do business.

Contacts: Jason van der Poel, Partner ([email protected])

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Projects & Energy - Africa-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Webber Wentzel is a well-reputed South African law firm noted for its deft handling of energy and natural resources matters in southern Africa. The team is well versed in all aspects of projects, from structuring and financing to development and operation, as well as handling acquisitions and dispositions. The firm is particularly regarded for its work on mining projects, including power supply and transmission connection agreements. The department demonstrates further expertise in renewable energy projects and subsequent front-end construction matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Webber Wentzel counselled Astron Energy on the rebranding of its Caltex retail business, which operates over 850 service stations across South Africa and Namibia.

Strengths

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"The advice is good and it's always on time. They have good knowledge and the work is of good quality."

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Jason van der Poel
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Jason van der Poel
5
Band 5

Johannesburg-based Jason van der Poel represents a broad portfolio of clients, including sponsors and developers. He is active throughout southern and eastern Africa and supports clients on infrastructure as well as oil and gas projects.

"Jason is an incredibly hard worker."

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