Praised for its ASEAN capabilities, A&O Shearman stands out for its strong track record in energy sector transactions. Often instructed by financial institutions, multilateral agencies, export credit agencies, sponsors and developers, the group is also well placed to advise on project-related documentation and project finance, and fields solid credentials in M&A, capital markets deals and construction contracts. Practice head Sarah Wilson 'provides practical, solutions-oriented advice' on project finance transactions in the power and infrastructure sectors. Anchalee Limviriyalers is a key member of the practice who is frequently involved in project financing and syndicated loan transactions. Nonaya Patarkitnirun and Peerajit Chanmolee are highlighted for their project finance expertise.
Testimonials
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‘The A&O Sherman team is a professional outfit and always a pleasure to work with on projects given their historic knowledge of the documentation in the sector, regional lens on financing and strong associates and resourcing. ’
‘Sarah Wilson, who leads the energy practice, is an experienced practitioner who provides practical, solutions-oriented advice, always in a timely manner. We have worked with Sarah and her team on projects over the last decade and have always found her respectful of local counsel, she values our input and treats us as part of the team on a project.’
Key clients
- Asian Development Bank
- PTT LNG Company Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Asian Development Bank on a senior unsecured corporate loan to BANPU Public Company Limited to support the financing of e-tuk-tuks in Thailand and battery production in the People’s Republic of China.
- Advised PTT LNG (a wholly owned subsidiary of PTT Public Company Limited) on its joint investment with the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand.