A ‘highly knowledgeable and exceptional team with deep understanding of the contracts on both project as well as financing side’, Clifford Chance advises on landmark energy and infrastructure projects across the Middle East, with asset engagement that spans solar, hydrogen, oil and gas, and independent power and water projects. Mohamed Hamra-Krouha and Richard Parris co-lead the practice, with the former highly regarded for his understanding of both the UAE and Saudi Arabian markets, and the latter for his extensive energy offering that includes petrochemicals, renewables and utilities. Edmund Boyo has recently been active on the development and financing of oil and gas-related ventures. Graham Brewer is chiefly recognised for his borrower and lender side project finance practice, and Inaamul Laher for his engagement with social infrastructure and real estate ventures. Nicholas Wong is active on cross-border mandates involving the Middle East, APAC, Central and Eastern Europe, and North Africa. Chirag Sanghrajka, who joined from Latham & Watkins LLP in October 2023, and Jeremy Barker, promoted to partner in May 2024, provide further project finance capabilities. Noelle Alphonso-Loong also comes recommended.
Testimonials
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‘Great team. All round support with very user friendly approach.’
‘Chirag Sanghrajka is very knowledgeable and solution oriented. He understands the challenges we face and is able to always find a solution. Highly recommended.’
Key clients
- Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank
- Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank
Work highlights
- Advised Export-Import Bank of Korea, Société General and BankMuscat in relation to the 500MW Manah Solar IPP, Oman.
- Acted as lenders' counsel to the syndicate of banks supporting the winning Masdar team to achieve financial close on the 1.8GW sixth phase of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in Dubai, UAE.