The projects and energy team at D. L. & F. De Saram is well known for its strength in advising on complex regulatory matters, at both domestic and international level, as well as the development, construction, financing and due diligence elements of large-scale projects. The client base includes renewables, oil and gas, tech and telecoms entities. Senior partner of the firm Savantha De Saram and banking and finance specialist Aloka Nandasena lead the practice, in which Hansi Abayaratne is a stand-out name.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team's knowledge of the power sector in Sri Lanka is exceptional.'
- 'Hansi Abayaratne is responsive, practical and a great project development lawyer.'
Key clients
- China Harbour Engineering Company Limited
- Adani Port and SEZ Limited
- Adani Green Energy Limited
- Go Bungy Japan
Work highlights
- Advised Adani Green Energy Ltd on its PPP project development in Sri Lanka, including on government procurement rules applicable to solicited and unsolicited projects funded by private sector investors, the establishment and operation of renewable energy projects, and land acquisition.
- Advised clients on the development and operation of East Container Terminal situated within the Colombo South Harbour at the Port of Colombo.
- Advised Go Bungy Japan on setting up a bungy jumping facility at the Colombo Lotus Tower.
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.
Savantha De Saram, Aloka Nandasena