With a reputation for being ‘a real powerhouse in the energy sector’, White & Case Pte. Ltd. ’s project development and finance team is well known for its work within oil and gas and petrochemicals sectors, and is adept at handling infrastructure and energy transition projects. The group is well placed to assist major international developers, financial institutions, and government entities, often spanning multiple jurisdictions, with project acquisitions, financings and developments. Brendan Quinn and Andrew Clark jointly head the practice out of the firm’s Melbourne office; Saul Daniel, Nettie Choo, Fergus Smith, and Tim Fourteau are key practitioners in Singapore.

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Testimonials

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‘Very experienced in local and regional projects, as well as sector specific projects. The advice and information is current and fresh.’
‘They understand the needs of the clients and find an approach to help commercial negotiation.’
‘Extremely competent, well-sized team with a wide array of lawyers, all excellent in their areas of expertise. They are a pleasure to work with, with a positive culture of finding practical, creative solutions, always helping to successfully close even the toughest negotiations. They are very responsive, and never miss a deadline.'
‘Each lawyer in the team brings to the table excellent legal skills and a very positive attitude. I have nothing but praise for each and every member of this team. Saul Daniel is an excellent partner and leader, always available and bringing real added value to every negotiation. This clearly reverberates throughout the top-class team that he has built.'
'Nettie Choo is a fantastic associate: she can independently manage complex matters and is always available to help.'
‘The team is very experienced and responds quickly.’
'Nettie Choo is very supportive, responsive and good at negotiating.'

Key clients

Saudi Aramco
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP)
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC)
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
PT Kilang Pertamina Balikpapan
RATCH Group
Jeonnam Offshore Wind Power Co. Ltd.

Work highlights

Advised Jeonnam Offshore Wind Power Co. Ltd. on the development and project financing of the 99 MW Jeonnam 1 offshore wind project located off the coast of Shin-an County in South Korea.
Advised PT Kilang Pertamina Balikpapan on the US$4 billion project financing for the purpose of upgrading its Balikpapan refinery in Indonesia.
Advised Saudi Aramco on the development of a greenfield refinery and petrochemical complex in northeast China.