Linklaters is a popular destination for clients seeking advice on the financing and development of large-scale projects, covering acquisition finance, structured M&A, and long-term contracting. Standing out for its cross-border capabilities, the team’s expertise extends to both Portugal and Portuguese-speaking African jurisdictions. Francisco Ferraz De Carvalho, who leads the finance, energy, and infrastructure department, advises lenders, sponsors, and government entities on a variety of energy projects globally. Maria de Athayde Tavares specialises in public law, regulatory, and environmental matters, with a particular focus on the energy, infrastructure, and telecoms spaces. With a keen focus on regulated sectors like energy and infrastructure, Teresa Novo Faria has recently handles numerous financings of photovoltaic projects in the country.

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Key clients

  • MEAG
  • Auxifip
  • Helexia
  • Marguerite Adviser
  • Aquaterra group
  • CRRC Tangshan Co. Ltd.
  • IFC, Proparco and DEG
  • Hyperion
  • Vulcan Minerals

Work highlights

  • Advised MEAG on the financing of the 180 MW Santas solar project located in Monforte and Borba.
  • Assisted development banks IFC, Proparco and DEG with the financing of Vinci Airports for the concession of Cape Verde's airports.

Lawyers

Leading associates
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Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Francisco Ferraz de Carvalho

Other key lawyers

Maria de Athayde Tavares, Teresa Novo Faria