Lydian
Lydian combines ‘in-depth knowledge in the complex energy regulatory field with pragmatic, business-focused advice’ in connection with renewable energy projects developments and energy sector M&A. Public sector specialist Jens Debièvre is known for his ability to provide ‘clear and practical solutions for complex problems’, including in contentious mandates, and leads a team of specialist energy experts based in offices around the country. Kyoto Van Herreweghe is a key adviser on energy regulatory matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Some distinctive strengths and capabilities include the eagerness to render service on a timely basis, the swift collaboration within the firm with colleagues of different legal areas, further to an acknowledged need within the specific case and the distinctive effort to transmit legal knowledge to a broader public of clients and prospects.’
‘Kyoto Van Herreweghe has a thorough knowledge of the Flemish energy legislation, including both decentralized energy production and distribution. Ms Van Herreweghe outstandingly coordinates team work involving due diligence activities as well as the negotiation and the precise drafting of energy distribution agreements.’
- 'Lydian’s energy team stands for combining top legal in-depth knowledge in the complex energy regulatory field with pragmatic, business-focused advice.'
- 'Kyoto Van Herreweghe is my go-to-person on domestic Belgian energy regulatory matters: Vast and diverse experience in assisting international clients on Belgian energy law matters, responsive and great pleasure to work with.'
‘We regularly work with Lydian on Belgian law matters. It is an excellent firm, very service-orientated. Always to the point. ’
‘Kyoto Van Herreweghe is an excellent lawyer. Very knowledgeable, always provides clear, client orientated solutions in complex energy matters. It is a pleasure working with Kyoto.'
'Jens Debièvre, excellent lawyer, very knowledgeable; convinces with clear and practical solutions for complex problems.'
Key clients
- Anglo Belgian Corporation NV
- Elia Assets
- Equans NV
- Essent
- EDF Luminus
- EEW Energy from Waste GmbH
- Elecnor SA
- KBC Groep NV
- KBC Vastgoedportefeuille NV
- KBC Verzekeringen NV
- IBP Water-Link OFP
- Immogra / Service & Development Group Belgium NV
- Mobix Engetec NV
- Nationale Nederlanden
- Gcube
- Axis
- Nippon Express
- Norton Rose Fulbright LLP Paris
- NW Groupe
- Reed Smith LLP
- Stora Enso Langerbrugge NV
- STIB /MIVB
- Tractebel Engineering NV
- Visser & Smit Hanab
- Water-link OV
- Antwerp Gateway NV
- Cores Development NV
- Pacification Construction NV
- TotalEnergies
- VMA NV
- PSR Brownfield Developers
Work highlights
- Advised several energy service companies and project developer on the development of energy projects, especially in connection with “energy as a service”projects.
- Assisted NW Groupe with the development and operation of its energy project on electric mobility in the three Belgian regions.
- Assisted Reed Smith LLP with its advice to international players on the energy market in connection with the Belgian energy regulatory framework.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jens Debièvre, Kyoto Van Herreweghe