Ploum
‘Exceptionally good lawyer’ Stephan Sluijters, Jolande van Loon, who focuses on real estate-related work, and public law specialist Maayke Maas-Cooymans co-head the Rotterdam-based ’diverse energy team’ at Ploum, which has significant experience handling an array of transactional matters. It assists its roster of clients with the sale, development and acquisitions of key energy projects, namely solar and heat-related, both in domestic and cross-border contexts.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They think outside the box and offer more than just legal services. They listen to their clients' needs and offer the required services to an excellent quality - they are very knowledgeable in this area.’
- ‘Stephan Sluijters is an exceptionally good lawyer, who completes an excellent quality of work and cares about his clients. He is highly regarded in the sector and knows the industry well. He has very good engagement and availability.’
- ‘Sound legal and solution-oriented advice is what you look for when selecting an external lawyer and Stephan and his team provide that every time.'
- ‘Ploum has a diverse energy team with experts from various departments that work seamlessly together.’
- ‘Stephan Sluijters remains a joy to work with; he is hands-on, down-to-earth and a smart advisor.’
- ‘Jolande van Loon manages her department smooth and professionally.’
- ‘Stephan routinely advises energy companies, both oil and gas as well as renewable companies, to get the best out of their business. He is very cooperative and has impressive knowledge and insights - he is a true professional and an outstanding client handler.’
- ‘Stephan Sluijters and Geert de Nijs have exceptional knowledge within the energy sector and understand their client’s needs.'
Key clients
- Eneco N.V.
- GroenLeven
- NLHydrogen
- European Energy
- Shell and Eneco joint ventures Ecowende en Schakelwind
- ABN AMRO Sustainable Impact Fund
- Eteck
- SCW Systems
- Vattenfall
- Groendus
- SwitcH2
- Dr. Zwiebelhofer GmbH
- Vopak
Work highlights
- Advised Eteck Energie Bedrijven B.V. on the acquisition of ReDo, which is set to boost Eteck’s business in the sustainable heating projects.
- Advised GroenLeven on the acquisition of Morrensolar, a major developer of carport solar projects.
- Advised ABN AMRO Sustainable Impact Fund on the sale of MP Solar B.V., a portfolio company owning 18 solar Parks in Italy.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stephan Sluijters, Jolande van Loon, Maayke Maas-Cooymans