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Vietnam > Projects and energy Tier 2
Known for its global capabilities, including a swathe of offices located across the continent, Hogan Lovells International LLP has seen a marked increase in mandates pertaining to the financing of PPPs, as well as the refinancing of established energy structures. Recently, the firm has been involved in hydropower, wind, solar, water projects, in addition to infrastructure enterprises such as port terminals. Department head Gaston Fernandez has notable experience advising on cross-border financing matters and is a key contact for a multitude of financial services and investors. Ngoc Nguyen is familiar with government bodies as well as state-owned utility companies, while Long Huynh has a strong track record on brownfield acquisitions and project financing.Practice head(s):
Gaston Fernandez
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Mainstream Renewable Power
French Development Agency (AFD)
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Work highlights
- Advising Mainstream Renewable Power on the development and financing of an offshore wind project in the Soc Trang province in Vietnam.
Vietnam > Corporate and M&A Tier 3
Possessing broad and deep links to the Asian continent that supplement the group’s Vietnam-based practitioners expertise, Hogan Lovells International LLP regularly receive instructions from publicly listed international corporations for buyer and seller, divestment and restructuring mandates. Over the past twelve months the group has seen increased stream of premium debt restructuring and insolvency mandates as well as helping Vietnamese tech business and start-ups navigate the heavily regulated offshore fundraising space. Gaston Fernandez spearheads the team’s offering and combined transactional prowess with expert knowledge of cross-border financing and project development. Counsel Ngoc Nguyen is steadily building a strong cross-border profile and has wide sector exposure including fintech, manufacturing, and retail. Counsel Duong Pham is recommended for his strong banking and financing competence, especially in the energy and infrastructure space.Practice head(s):
Gaston Fernandez
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Excellent grasp of local regulations, legal frameworks and the ability to explain clearly the consideration for foreign investors.’
‘Ngoc Nguyen is highly responsive, always clear on the legal guidance whilst highlighting the practical considerations for foreign investors in Vietnam.’
Work highlights
- Acting as counsel for an ad hoc group constituting a supermajority of bondholders of the US$300 million Convertible Bonds due 2026 issued by Novaland on the potential restructuring of the terms.
Vietnam > Banking and finance Tier 4
Hogan Lovells International LLP regularly advises financial institutions on cross-border mandates. Managing partner Gaston Fernandez heads the team and has experience advising domestic and international banks on a wide array of financing arrangements and joint ventures. Counsel Duong Pham is another prominent member of team who serves as a key contact for energy and infrastructure project financings.Practice head(s):
Gaston Fernandez
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
International Finance Corporation
Asian Development Bank
Lendable SPC
Work highlights
- Advised Lendable SPC on a secured loan of up to $10m to F88 Business JSC.
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