Dentons‘ team is led by Jamie Gibson, who fields more than 14 years of experience in handling corporate matters across the MENA region. Gibson specialises in advising on regional M&A deals for clients in the mining, infrastructure, banking, manufacturing and construction sectors, and is also strong in assisting with joint ventures, equity capital markets and business establishment matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘One of the larger international firms in Oman and the value they bring is knowledge of Omani law and the legal system, but also international experience. ’

  • ‘Efficient and timely in delivering legal support.’

Key clients

  • Asyad Ports & Terminals
  • Huaxin
  • Vale International
  • Oman Oil Marketing Company
  • Zawawi Minerals
  • Vision Asset Management Company
  • Aegion Corporation
  • Petroleum Development Oman
  • Oman LNG
  • Sohar Power Company
  • Ahli Bank

Work highlights

  • Advising Hainan Investment on the acquisition of a majority stake in listed company Oman Cement Company SAOG from a subsidiary of the Oman Investment Authority.
  • Advising Aegion Corporation on the divestment of a 50% stake in a thermoplastic pipe lining business based in Oman and Saudi Arabia to its joint venture partner, Special Technical Services.

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Jamie Gibson