Projects and energy

Christopher & Lee Ong

Noted for its ‘very direct and focused approach towards issues’, the projects and energy practice at Christopher & Lee Ong is led by Christopher Lee, who has expertise in banking and finance, M&A and infrastructure, all of which he readily applies to the transactions on which he advises. The team’s workload includes advising on land-use rights, power purchases and cross-border exports of energy. It notably works on matters at the forefront of the sector, including advising on the 5G rollout in Malaysia. It frequently supports on energy projects from inception to completion. Lim Siaw Wan is a key practitioner in the team, vastly experienced in handling high-value energy deals for the team’s client portfolio. The ’innovative and practical’ Chor Jack, who has a particular focus on complex renewables projects, is another key contact in the group. Eileen Yeoh departed to an in-house role in 2022.

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Testimonials

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'A very direct and focused approach towards issues. They also have the ability to consider what the client wants achieved, and in what way. They are very receptive towards new ideas and able to contribute towards new ideas as well.'
'The ability to view things from my perspective.'
'They are very accommodating and professional in representing us in contract negotiations with the preferred bidder, and very attentive to details.'
'They are reliable and display exceptional professionalism in liaising their advice and answers to complex questions professionally.'
'Chor Jack is a trusted practitioner to go to in Malaysia and has great experience in energy projects.'
'Understanding of the market and the potential next steps that need to be taken are the standout attributes of the team.'
'The team have an all-round strength and understanding that helps to address known and unknown challenges.'
'Chor Jack is innovative, practical and understands the market - he has great insights and knowledge.'

Key clients

Digital Nasional Berhad
B.Grimm PLC

Work highlights

Advised B.Grimm Public Company Limited, a Thailand-listed energy powerhouse, on its investment in reNIKOLA Holdings Sdn. Bhd., a Malaysian renewable energy company, and the proposed sale of its stake in reNIKOLA Holdings to Pimpinan Ehsan Berhad, a Malaysian-listed entity.
Acting for a Malaysian SPV telecoms company owned by the Ministry of Finance Malaysia on the deployment of IBS in approximately 250 buildings approved by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission in connection with the nationwide 5G rollout in Malaysia.