The team at Watson Farley & Williams regularly advises on financial matters, including the termination of existing financings, due diligence, and the drafting and negotiation of transaction documents. It also provides guidance on the construction and operation of biomass and biomethane facilities. Eugenio Tranchino leads the team, focusing on joint ventures for renewable projects and project financings, which cover natural gas, solar plants, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Matteo Trabacchin handles solar project financings and BESS-related company acquisitions, and Francesca Angelilli is also a recommended member of the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team is very experienced and proactive. Very knowledgeable.’
- ‘Eugenio Trancino is the star.’
- ‘Good execution capabilities, good sense of business, and great transactional skills.’
- ‘The team has a good understanding of challenges, innovative solutions, and is pragmatic.’
Key clients
- Eni Group
- Sonnedix
- Ellomay
- Innovo Renewables
- Arpinge Energy Efficiency & Renewables
- EQUITA Capital SGR
- Beyfin
- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
- Mirova
- Snam
- Photosol Dévelopement
- Encavis
Work highlights
Advised Mirova group on the establishment of a JV with Qualitas Energy to develop, build, and operate up to 250 MW of renewable projects in Italy.
Advised the original lenders on the termination of the 44 Sonnedix existing financings pursuant to a EUR2.5bn refinancing granted to it by 15 new lenders and on the due diligence for Sonnedix's 1.1 GW portfolio of renewable energy assets.
Advised Ellomay Capital Ltd. and its subsidiary on a EUR110m project financing for its 198 MW Italian solar portfolio.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Eugenio Tranchino
Other key lawyers
Francesca Angelilli; Matteo Trabacchin