Gowling WLG‘s team of specialist lawyers advises on a range of mining matters, with particular strengths in mining finance, project management and coordination, and international dispute resolution and has capabilities in a range of jurisdictions, particularly within Canada. Known for his wide international network of contacts and extensive experience within this sector, Charles Bond leads the team with particular experience in equity capital markets and both public and private M&A. Andrew Wright has a wealth of experience in bringing international companies to the UK markets, while Alexander Davidson advises on a range of corporate matters including IPOs on AIM, and mining finance.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Charles Bond and his team have been our long-term trusted advisor for over ten years, providing high quality, timely advice efficiently and proactively.’

  • ‘Experienced and commercial team with advice joined up across partners and senior associates. Very good on the mining side.’

  • ‘Charles Bond is very experienced and provides thoughtful, commercial advice.'

  • 'Alex Davidson is very approachable, experienced, and enjoyable to work with.’

  • ‘Very happy to work with the client rather than impose their view.’

Key clients

  • Hummingbird Resources plc
  • Andrada Mining Limited
  • Phoenix Copper Limited
  • Liberum Capital Limited
  • Cairn Financial Advisers
  • Oriole Resources Plc
  • Corcel Plc
  • IMC Exploration Group Plc
  • Bushveld Minerals Limited
  • Orosur Mining Inc.
  • Zamare Minerals Limited

Work highlights

  • Acted for long-standing client Hummingbird Resources PLC on its acquisition of shares in Pasofino Gold Limited, resulting in Hummingbird holding a 51% shareholding interest.
  • Advised African technology metals mining company Andrada Mining Limited on its US$25 million funding package with Orion Resource Partners to develop its Uis mine in Namibia.
  • Acted for Phoenix Copper Limited's placing of up to $300 million of corporate copper bonds.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Charles Bond

Other key lawyers

Andrew Wright, Alexander Davidson