Baker & McKenzie Limited offers unparalleled expertise in project financing in the Bahrain market, catering to a diverse client roster which spans major banks, corporates and government institutions. Practice head Ian Siddell splits his time across major economic hubs of the region, including Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and is supported by experienced lawyers Gavin Witcombe and Fatima Alhasan. The team specialises in advising on the most significant and large-scale projects within the region, with a proven track record in those related to water, renewable energy, transport and social infrastructure.
Key clients
- The Oil and Gas Holding Company B.S.C. (c) (nogaholding)
- Bahrain National Gas Company (B.S.C.)
Work highlights
- Acting for a syndicate of banks led by The Saudi National Bank (through its Bahrain branch) in relation to the multi-option Islamic and trade finance facilities made available to Saudi Binladin Group.
- Acting for an international bank, through its Bahrain-based entity, in relation to a $61,000,000 equity bridge murabaha facility granted to ACWA Power’s subsidiary in Uzbekistan.