GRATA International represents domestic and international construction, transport and energy companies in connection with infrastructure projects, including the reconstruction of the Ekibastuz GRES-2 power station and construction litigation related to the Asia Gas Pipeline. Yerzhan Yessimkhanov leads the practice and is an experienced practitioner in infrastructure projects across Kazakhstan, Central Asia and the Caucasus, and has authored articles relating to EPC contracts and real estate investments. Darya Zhanysbayeva advises on projects related to the construction and maintenance of energy facilities, and Arsen Mir is another key contact.

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Key clients

  • Siemens Energy
  • Kumpulan Kazakhstan
  • Tecnicas Reunidas
  • Khan Tengri Development
  • Small Rock Investments
  • Ahlers
  • Tetra Tech
  • Rusatom Utility Solutions
  • Ferrotec
  • Railship Commerce
  • Griffin Partners
  • TAV
  • Munai Tas
  • TAV

Work highlights

  • Advising Siemens Energy in connection with the renewal of two thermal power plants in Kazakhstan.
  • Representing the interests of Munaitas-North-West Pipeline Company in the courts of the Republic of Kazakhstan on various matters, including regarding EPC projects.
  • Advising TAV in connection with the reconstruction and management of the Almaty airport.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Yerzhan Yessimkhanov

Other key lawyers

Darya Zhanysbayeva, Arsen Mir