Martin McCann

Ranked in 5 Practice Areas

Band 1

Projects & Energy: Mining & Minerals

Africa-wide

1 Years Ranked

Band 1

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International

3 Years Ranked

Band 2

Projects & Energy

Africa-wide

12 Years Ranked

Band 3

Projects: Mainly International

2 Years Ranked

Foreign Expert

Projects: Mainly International

2 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides

UK 2026

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Projects & Energy: Mining & Minerals - Africa-wide

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Martin McCann is sought out by commercial lenders, DFIs and ECAs for his handling of project-related structured financing. He is particularly well versed in the issues surrounding African mining projects, specifically within the minerals space, and in regard to infrastructure projects across southern African countries. He is based in London.

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International - UK

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Martin McCann has a strong reputation in the mining sector and is noted for his expertise in complex multi-tiered project financings. He regularly advises both lenders and sponsors on the development of mines in various jurisdictions, most notably across Africa.

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Projects & Energy - Africa-wide

Band 2

Individual Editorial

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Projects: Mainly International - UK

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Martin McCann frequently advises on transactions in Latin America and Africa. He is highly regarded for his expertise in mining developments, as well as energy and transport PPP projects.

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Projects: Mainly International - UK

Foreign expert in Africa-wide

Individual Editorial

Martin McCann frequently advises on transactions in Latin America and Africa. He is highly regarded for his expertise in mining developments, as well as energy and transport PPP projects.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Martin carries a lot of experience; that wealth of knowledge is always valued.

Projects & Energy: Mining & Minerals respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Martin McCann is the best lawyer in the industry and it's often a race to appoint him. He has an amazing wealth of experience.

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Martin is exceptionally well-versed in mining in Africa and carries a lot of experience.

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International respondent
Chambers Global Guide

He has an amazing wealth of experience and has truly acted on all sides, so he can see what the other side is thinking. He is also very much a trusted adviser in the industry.

Projects: Mainly International respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Martin is incredibly switched on. He understands key drivers and is an expert in the market. He is creative and solutions-focused.

Projects: Mainly International respondent
Chambers Global Guide

Martin can communicate complicated legal concepts effectively to clients, which is always helpful in advancing project financing transactions.