King & Spalding LLP stands out for its strength in handling complex matters in the energy sector, including advising on joint operating agreements, drilling contracts, seismic agreements, and the development of export gas pipelines. The team also has a wealth of experience advising on joint ventures and M&A transactions. Andrew Brereton is heading the firm’s sustainable lending efforts in Indonesia. Noted for her in-depth knowledge of the energy and LNG sectors, Zoe Bromage is another prominent member of the team. Lachlan Clancy departed the Tokyo office in October 2023, and Anthony Patten left the Singapore team in September 2023.

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Key clients

  • Mitsui
  • Bumi Armada Berhad and Pexco Tarakan N.V.
  • Pertamina Power Indonesia
  • Apollo
  • Green Era Energy Pte Ltd
  • OCP Asia Pte Limited
  • Star Energy Oil & Gas Pte. Ltd.
  • Princeton Digital
  • PT Barito Wind Energy

Work highlights

  • Advised Pertamina Power Indonesia on its joint venture with ACWA Power for the development and financing of a large-scale power and water project in Indonesia.
  • Advised Green Era Energy Pte Ltd on achieving financial close of its US$300 million convertible note due 2028, which were fully subscribed by Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited.
  • Advising Mitsui on its exit from PT Paiton Energy.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Other key lawyers

Zoë Bromage, Andrew Brereton, Simon Cowled