Thanh Hai Nguyen
Baker McKenzieWell-versed in the sale and purchase, financing, development and construction of infrastructure and energy projects in the region, Baker McKenzie receives instructions from a range of clients involving an array of different asset types, providing counsel due to the team’s deep-founded understanding of regulatory issues such as contractual and agreement negotiations and environmental compliancy. Oanh Nguyen is chiefly recognised for her banking and finance experience and acts as a leading figure in the group. Thanh Hai Nguyen continues to be a tour-de-force in the practice, acting on a multitude of matters and demonstrating excellence in renewable energy transactions as well as large-scale project developments.
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Testimonials
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'Thanh Hai Nguyen always gives timely advice. His knowledge of the renewable energy industry is exceptional.'
‘Very knowledgeable about power and energy security issues.’
‘We value the legal advices from the team; always insightful with clear recommendations for course.'
‘Professional, insightful, knowledgeable and supportive.’
‘Baker McKenzie provides thorough analysis of legal issues and practical comments. They are very responsive and trustworthy. The team also shows a diverse range of lawyers and offers capacity to advice on various matters.’
‘Thanh Hai Nguyen shows his strong expertise in understanding the legal framework in renewable energy sector and provides relevant advice to the client.’
‘Thanh Hai Nguyen has been a great support in helping the client to make a good decision on the business activities.’
Key clients
- Acciona Energia Global
- Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
- Asian Development Bank
- EDP Renováveis, S.A.
- KEB Hana Bank
Work highlights
- Advising Acciona on its close-to 50% acquisition of The Blue Circle (TBC)'s portfolio of renewable energy projects in Asia with a total capacity of 2,416MW, including six wind power projects in Vietnam with a total capacity of 235,4MW.
- Advising EDPR on the acquisition of two solar power projects, comprising Xuan Thien Thuan Bac (with the capacity of 95.5MWp) and Xuan Thien Ninh Thuan (with the capacity of 158.9MWp).
- Advising DFAT on conducting a legal study on the potential of utilising the public-private partnership (PPP) framework for offshore wind power project developments in Vietnam.
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.
Oanh Nguyen, Thanh Hai Nguyen