PLMJ is well-regarded for its strong track record in advising domestic and international investment banks on project financings within the Mozambican market. The group has established expertise in handling renewable energy matters, and is increasingly active in assisting with the development and restructuring of high-profile power projects. M&A, dispute resolution and financial regulatory issues are other key areas of instruction. Practice head Gonçalo dos Reis Martins is highly regarded for his expertise in banking and finance and capital markets. Nuno Morgado Pereira's broad workload includes assisting with corporate finance matters in the energy, real estate and infrastructure sectors. Marta Pedro left the firm in December 2023.
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‘Strong understanding and advice on cross-border lending, guarantees and security. We appreciate the flexibility to change timelines and transaction structure where needed to accommodate the client.'
‘We have primarily liaised with Nuno Morgado Pereira who has been responsive and helpful. ’
Key clients
- Galp Energia
- GIMTL
- Bharat Petro Resources Limited
- Standard Bank South Africa
- Banco Internacional de Moçambique
- Banco Société Générale Moçambique
- Banco Único
- FNB Moçambique
- Banco Comercial e de Investimentos
- Standard Bank Mozambique / Standard Bank South Africa
Work highlights
- Advised Galp Energia on its sale of a 10% non-operating stake in Area 4 of the Rovuma Project to Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, worth approximately EUR 900M.
- Advised Standard Bank South Africa on a proposed debt financing to be arranged for the Engie Group for developing the growth of its solar projects across existing and new markets in Sub-Saharan Africa, including Mozambique.
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Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Gonçalo dos Reis Martins
Other key lawyers
Nuno Morgado Pereira