Eversheds Sutherland’s energy and natural resources team stands out for its technical capabilities and awareness of legal and regulatory developments. Practice head Miguel Lorena Brito is active across the renewable energy segment, possessing a focus on regulatory compliance and project development. João Robles is a key contact in the Angolan conventional energy sector, acting for major oil operators on significant M&A matters. João Couceiro brings expertise on M&A and project finance matters in Mozambique, with a particular specialism regarding conventional energy infrastructure.
Testimonials
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‘This office stands out from others due to its high technical capacity, availability, and ability to monitor the company's needs. The office has the capacity to respond to all the legal needs of our company and with great competence, regardless of the area of activity.'
‘Miguel Lorena Brito, Dora Ribeiro, Antonio Cid, and Luis Falcão Ramos are highly technically competent and always very available.’
Key clients
- Amazon
- Nadara
Work highlights
- Advised BBVA, CIBC, NatWest, Rabobank, Banco Sabadell, and Santander as commercial lenders in a €500m loan facility to finance the construction of Sonnedix’s renewable development pipeline.
- Advised ETU Energias on the acquisition of two Dutch SPVs within the GALP Group for over USD 800m.