Herbert Smith Freehills LLP had an early presence in the Myanmar market and over the years has established itself as a strong choice for work relating to foreign investment, inbound and outbound. The practice is also well versed in Myanmar-related sanctions, joint ventures, energy transactions, investments, and disputes. Glynn Cooper, Alastair Henderson and Adrian Cheng, all based in Singapore, are key figures. Irina Akentjeva is a further name to note for the group’s energy matters.
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Key clients
- Chevron
- V.Ships Asia Group Pte Ltd
Work highlights
- Advised Chevron on all aspects of its withdrawal from Myanmar, and transfer of its upstream and midstream oil & gas interests to PTTEP and Myama Oil and Gas Enterprise, who were the other partners in the relevant project.
- Advised V.Ships on the acquisition of the Singaporean ship management branch of Oslo-listed shipowner Belships ASA, including its offices in Singapore, Philippines, Yangon, Shanghai and Tianjin.
Lawyers
Practice head
Glynn Cooper; Alastair Henderson; Adrian Cheng
Other key lawyers
Irina Akentjeva