Baker McKenzie is a prominent name for sponsors, contractors, banks, and funds in the energy, resources, and infrastructure sectors. The team boasts extensive experience with ECA requirements and frequently handles complex international transactions. Charlie Detmold leads the team and has a broad practice, including expertise in PPPs, privatisations, acquisitions, and corporate finance. Brendan Smith serves a diverse roster of high-profile sponsors, borrowers, and financiers. Howard Fraser and Chuong Nguyen are also integral members of the team, providing substantial corporate banking and finance expertise.
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Key clients
- ANZ, CBA, NAB and Westpac
- Global Power Generation, Berrybank Windfarm 2
- HSBC and Natixis
- Metis
- Queensland Pacific Metals
- Australian Rail Track Corporation
Work highlights
- Advised Metis on achieving financial close for the financing of solar farm.
- Acted for HSBC and Natixis as financiers to a solar farm.
- Advised Global Power Generation on the project vehicle financing of wind farm.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Charlie Detmold