Sidley Austin LLP possesses ‘in depth knowledge’ of the Indonesian market and is very active in the natural resources, financial services and technology sectors, acting for both domestic and international clients. The ’very capable’ Charlie Wilson spearheads the practice and is noted for his capabilities in multi jurisdictional securities transactions, infrastructure development mandates and joint ventures. Alexius Chong is praised by clients for his ‘creative and solutions orientated’ approach. He is prepared to advise on restructuring plans, start up fundraising and loan facilities.
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Testimonials
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- 'Alexius is very creative and solution oriented, his quick thinking allowed us to execute the transaction swiftly.'
- ' Alexius is very innovative and creative in helping us to structure a complex transaction that works, under extremely tight timelines.'
Key clients
- PT Indika Energy Tbk (Indika)
- MIND ID (Mining Industry Indonesia)
- Amartha Nusantara Raya
- PT TBS Energi Utama Tbk
- KKR
- Ant Group
Work highlights
Represented PT Indika Energy Tbk, a leading diversified Indonesian company with a portfolio of businesses spanning the energy value chain and a variety of other sectors, on its offering of US$350 million 8.75% senior notes due 2029, concurrent tender offer for its outstanding 8.25% senior notes due 2025, and tap offering of US$105 million 8.75% senior notes due 2029.
Advised MIND ID on the “Change of Control” offer by MIND ID to purchase for cash any and all of its outstanding 6.530% Senior Notes due 2028 and 6.757% Senior Notes due 2048 and the concurrent two US$1 billion short-term syndicated loan facilities.
Represented KKR on its primary and secondary investment into PHINMA Education Holdings, Inc, one of Southeast Asia's leading private higher education groups with a strong and growing presence in Indonesia.
Practice head
Charlie Wilson
Other key lawyers
Parthiv Rishi; Alexius Chong; Daniel Lindsey;