Multinationals, banks, developers, investors and governments trust Norton Rose Fulbright’s ‘excellent’ energy and natural resources team for advice throughout the lifecycle of energy projects, including transactions, financing and disputes. Practice head Robert Marsh specialises in project finance in the renewable and net-zero spaces, and demonstrates an increasing practice in CCUS, hydrogen and energy storage mandates. Charles Whitney and Chris Down are recognised for their project financing work in emerging markets, with a notable track record in the Middle East and Central Asia. Laura Kiwelu focuses on energy transition and low-carbon projects in Africa, while Susanna Rogers specialises in competition and regulatory matters concerning electricity and gas transmission and distribution. Ben Carrozzi relocated to the firm's Singapore office.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Norton Rose Fulbright, with its capacity, dedication, expertise and track record, stands out as a leading law firm.'
'Their key strengths are no doubt their expertise, headcount and commitment of the team to lead on the projects that require lots of attention and effort. These allow them to mobilise the right lawyer to handle a relevant matter and bring international best practice, foreign expertise and a comparative, holistic view.’
‘Charles Whitney has a two-decade track record of advising his clients in Uzbekistan. He stays abreast with recent policy and legislative developments and dedicates significant time to understanding and making it happen for the clients entering the market.'
'Chris Down is a very dedicated and committed partner. He is very reasonable, delicate and diplomatic when negotiating with the Government and knows how to persuade parties to find compromise in view of the ever-changing landscape and geopolitical challenges.'
'Hussain Kubba demonstrated his ability to adapt to new regulations and settings and provide clear guidelines for the client and other consultants.’
‘Excellent quality, very engaged, very organised and hugely collaborative. They take responsibility for pushing the transaction forward and never to score points.’
Key clients
- Equinor
- Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA)
- bp
- TotalEnergies
- ACWA Power
- Standard Chartered Bank
- Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners
- IFC
Work highlights
Advised Equinor on its participation in its joint venture with bp to build Net Zero Teesside Power, the UK’s first gas-fired power plant with integrated carbon capture.
Advising the lenders on the project financing of the Manah II 500MW solar project in Oman, which is being developed by Sembcorp and Jinko.
Advising Kamoa Copper S.A. in connection with the development of two renewable baseload power supply solar photovoltaic electric power generation plants and co-located battery energy storage systems to provide electricity for Kamoa’s copper mine located in the DRC.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Robert Marsh
Other key lawyers
Charles Whitney; Chris Down; Hussain Kubba; Laura Kiwelu; Susanna Rogers