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Netherlands

3

Energy

CMS blends ‘strong sector knowledge with an international outlook’, with a particular focus on the renewable energy, hydrogen, and heat sectors. Cecilia van der Weijden boasts ’excellent strategic oversight’ and is highly sought-after on project M&A, grid and offtake agreements, and regulatory matters. Marcellina Rietvelt demonstrates a ‘deep understanding about the commercial background’ and provides key support across M&A and commercial mandates. Marco Boudens assists across commercial agreements and regulatory matters.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'The quality of written work and advice produced is top quality, their advice is clear and useful for business decision making.'
  • 'The team is highly professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with.'
  • 'Good proactive engagement on problem analysis and solutions.'
  • 'Cecilia van der Weijden is a highly experienced partner who combines deep sector expertise with excellent strategic oversight. She guides clients through complex issues with clarity and confidence.'
  • 'Cecilia van der Weijden and Marcellina Rievelt are, both, outstanding in providing high-class to the point advice also having a deep understanding about the commercial background.'
  • 'Marco Boudens provides clear legal advice, focused on the business needs of the client, and its practical application.'
  • 'Jenny Noordermeer is a strong lawyer in banking and finance, valued for her structured way of working and her ability to deliver clear and practical solutions under time pressure.'
  • 'The CMS energy team combines strong sector knowledge with an international outlook. They are pragmatic and client-focused, with an ability to translate technical legal issues into clear, actionable advice.'

Key clients

  • 85 Degrees Renewables
  • AEB
  • Allego
  • AVR
  • bp
  • Eni
  • Equinor
  • Global Switch
  • Ionity
  • Microsoft
  • Nederlandse Spoorwegen (Dutch Railways)
  • Nofar Europe
  • Nuveen Infrastructure (previously named Glennmont Partners)
  • SHV
  • SSE
  • Starvert New Energy (previously named WIRCON)
  • SUSI Partners
  • Oilinvest
  • TotalEnergies
  • Trio Investment

Work highlights

Advised SUSI Partners on the sale of a 76 MW portfolio of operational utility-scale solar PV assets (including a BESS) in the Netherlands to Ingka Investments.
Advised SSE Renewables and APG on the realisation agreement and the connection and transmission agreement with Dutch transmission system operator TenneT to develop the grid connection for offshore windpark Noordzeker and to transport the electricity generated to shore.
Advised 85 Degrees Renewable on four geothermal heat projects for the supply of geothermal heat to horticultural companies.
Practice head

Cecilia van der Weijden

Other key lawyers

Marcellina Rietvelt; Marco Boudens; Jenny Noordemeer