Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP’s construction and projects team stands out for its strong expertise in regulatory work, as well as in sustainability and green projects. The team often advises clients on hydrogen, solar, and wind projects. It also has extensive experience when it comes to project financing, regularly advising on project ‘firsts’ across the region. The practice is led by Sim Chee Siong, who specialises in the infrastructure and energy sectors, with a focus in mining, petrochemical plants, and oil tanking projects. Other key individual Shemane Chan has significant experience in advising on various procurement platforms such as PPP, across different industries including energy, oil & gas, transportation, aviation, and telecommunications. Additionally, Soh Lip San stands out for his work in dispute resolution for complex construction and engineering projects, particularly for energy and infrastructure assets. Finally, Ng Kim Beng regularly advises on projects and acts in related disputes in the areas of building, engineering, power, oil and gas, and infrastructure development.
Testimonials
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'The dedication and professionalism of the team impressed us. They are also well equipped with knowledge of sustainability.'
'Sim Chee Siong is a very experienced and hands-on legal practitioner, able to apprehend and understand SME constraints and challenges. Henceforth able to provide practical solutions for a win-win approach.'
'Technically strong and responsive.'
'Soh Lip San is experienced, has strong analytical skills and a good understanding of the industry and its players. He leads his team ably to provide strategic and practical advice to clients in the handling of contentious matters.'
Key clients
- Joint Venture of Singtel and Lendlease
- Keppel Sakra Cogen Pte Ltd, Keppel Energy Pte Ltd
- China Energy Engineering Group Shanxi Electric Power Engineering Co. Ltd
- HEXA Renewables Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
- Land Transport Authority of Singapore
- Mitsubishi Corporation and Chiyoda Corporation
- Skye Renewables Holdings Pte Ltd, Idemitsu Kosan Co Ltd / Shoseki International Corporation
- Keppel Energy Pte Ltd
- Sabana Industrial REIT
Work highlights
- Advising the Joint venture of Singtel and Lendlease on its S$3 billion Comcentre Headquarters redevelopment.
- Advised Keppel Sakra Cogen Pte Ltd and Keppel Energy Pte Ltd on the US$620 million development of Singapore’s first hydrogen-ready power plant, Keppel Sakra Cogen.
- Advised China Energy Engineering Group Shanxi Electric Power Engineering Co. Ltd on its construction, operation and maintenance of a 500MW build-own-operate solar plant in Oman (Manah II).
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sim Chee Siong