David Ferris
Osborne Clarke LLPOsborne Clarke LLP is known for its varied workload pertaining to PPP and PFI projects in sectors such as student accommodation, telecommunications, and defence, while also being active in the energy space, where the firm advises on battery storage and EV charging infrastructure, amongst other matters. Chris Wade acts as practice head, providing support to clients in both the public and private sectors, including the health and care industries. Energy and utilities are key areas of expertise for Matthew Lewis, while David Ferris handles corporate matters, such as joint ventures and M&As, for energy clients. Another name to note is Simon Hancock, who is a go-to advisor on PPP and PFI work for entities active in defence, security, and aerospace.
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Key clients
- Ameresco Limited
- Stratera Energy
- Uliving@Essex3 LLP
- Equitix Infrastructure Investments Limited
- Acorn Consortium
- Hochtief PPP Solutions UK Ltd
- Uliving consortium
- Lynher Energy
- Foresight Energy Infrastructure Partners
- Macquarie/Green Investment Group
- Infracapital Greenfield Partners
- Glennmont Capital Partners
- HyCap/Hydrogen Equity Partners
- Offshore Wind Growth Partnership Limited
- WightFibre & George Digital UK
- Fibrus GB Networks
Work highlights
- Advised Ameresco Limited on its bid to act as strategic partner to Bristol City Council on Bristol City Leap.
- Advised Statera on the project financing of a 300MW battery energy storage system project and a 270MW gas peaker development project.
- Supported the Acorn Consortium as selected partner for the Mutual Investment Model project to deliver the Velindre Cancer Centre Project.
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Matthew Lewis
Osborne Clarke LLPPractice head
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Chris Wade