Morrison Foerster (Singapore)’s finance and projects team is experienced when it comes to advising clients in the conventional power, mining, oil and gas and transportation sectors. It has also increasingly been working with renewable energy projects. Team co-head Per Lindberg has expertise working across a spectrum of energy and infrastructure matters, with deep experience in power, LNG regasification, and decarbonisation projects. Lyna Luo advises developers, lenders and investors in project development and project financings, M&As, construction, and a wide variety of commercial contracts.

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Testimonials

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  • 'We have found the firm to be exceptional in handling our project needs. Their specialised expertise, effective negotiation skills, and deep industry knowledge have been crucial for our success.'

  • 'The team's strength is their ability to approach any issue (no matter how complex) front and center in a thoughtful and considered manner, highlighting helpful concerns and guiding the business to think through relevant considerations so that they find the right solution for the business.'

  • 'Per Lindberg is a stand-out partner, who is able to break down complex problems into easy-to-understand issues and recommendations. Per gives excellent legal advice and is a very effective negotiator and lawyer.'

  • 'This team is exceptionally communicative and solution oriented.'

  • 'Per Lindberg showcases an outstanding performance in negotiating with counterparties and supporting the client.'

  • 'The team is efficient and always to the point.'

  • 'Per Lindberg is not only a legal expert but also a strategic guide. He can facilitate negotiations in an efficient manner and focus firstly on the critical items.'

Key clients

  • Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd.
  • Sumitomo Corporation
  • EverStream Energy Capital Management
  • SoftBank Group Corp

Work highlights

  • Advising DFC on its proposed project financing of the Colombo West International Port Terminal Project in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
  • Advising DFC on all aspects of its financing of a new 12-fibre pair subsea cable system, which will traverse the Java and Celebes Seas and will exploit the “Great Circle” route to the United States West Coast.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Yemi Tépé, Per Lindberg