Projects and public law

Gide Loyrette Nouel

Client Satisfaction

Gide Loyrette Nouel is renowned for advising private operators, financial institutions, and public entities on energy and infrastructure projects. The firm has expert knowledge in the electricity sector and advises private sponsors on renewable energy projects, and helps public entities develop regulations necessary for their development. Department leader Wacef Bentaibi frequently advises state-owned entities, sponsors, and lenders on financing transactions, with specific expertise in the mining, oil, and gas industries as well as real estate and tourism.

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Testimonials

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‘The firm is particularly well-regarded for its expertise in public law and regulatory issues, making it a go-to for businesses with complex government interactions. The team in Morocco is highly experienced in PPP/PFI.’
‘Gide Loyrette Nouel positions itself as a strategic partner to help clients navigate regulatory challenges, mitigate risks, and capitalize on opportunities. Special mentions to Frédéric Pia, Wacef Bentaibi, and Benoit Pape.’
‘Availability and expertise on large energy infrastructure projects. Good understanding of market drivers and local networks.’
‘Very supportive, result-oriented, and client-focused.’

Key clients

Calvalley
Dakhla Water & Energy Company
Hitachi Zosen Inova AG
National Agency of Strategic Management of State Participations and Performance Monitoring of State-owned Enterprises (ANGSPE)
NGE Contracting
CDG Invest
Chariot Transitional Power (CTP)
CIMR
CME Africa
Engie North Africa
Flutter Entertainment
Global Port Holding (GPH)
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Itochu Corporation
Moroccan National Electricity Regulatory Authority (ANRE)
Nareva Holding
Ocean Management Infrastructure
OCP Green Energy
Sisal
Steya
Suez International
Tanger Med Utilities
Total EREN
Vinci Concessions

Work highlights

Assisting the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in a joint project with the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development of Morocco, to structure a major Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminal. We are advising the client on tender procedures as well.
Assisting the consortium composed of Nareva Holding, Hitachi Zosen Inova, and Itochu Corporation in the submission of a bid to the Municipality of Casablanca. This bid relates to a tender for a delegated management contract for the future Casablanca landfill and recycling centre.
Assisting Engie North Africa in connection with the submission of its proposal to the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (MASEN)—a government-owned company. The proposal is for the design, construction, financing, development, maintenance, and operation of the Noor Midelt II Solar Complex Project.