Ploum centres its construction practice around international construction law, renewable energy projects and procurement law issues. Building off its longstanding expertise in negotiating FIDIC contracts, the team is well-versed in representing clients in construction arbitration disputes involving FIDIC issues. Construction specialist Jacob Henriquez spearheads the practice and pairs an engagement in large-scale FIDIC projects with expertise in handling construction disputes. Tjinta Terlien also assists clients with construction and procurement law issues.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team is dedicated and committed to the case on hand.’
- ‘A competent, experienced team covering a full range of services from litigation, alternative dispute resolution to general legal services.’
- ‘Jacob Henriquez is very pragmatic and client-oriented.’
- ‘Ploum is unique for combining broad expertise with a pragmatic, business-focused approach.’
- ‘Tjinta Terlien stands out for her sharp legal insight and pragmatic approach. She has the rare ability to translate complex legal matters into clear, practical solutions that truly serve the client’s interests. I valued her strategic mindset and strong communication skills.'
- 'Sophie Cairo distinguishes herself through her curiosity, enthusiasm, and perseverance.’
Key clients
- Rotterdam Shortsea Terminals
- Terracon Funderingstechniek
- Mineralz Maasvlakte
- Koninklijke Douwe Egberts
- Energis
- Matrix PDM Engineering, Inc.
- Hurks
- Service Terminal Rotterdam
- Dura Vermeer Infra Landelijke Projecten
- Shell Energy Europe Limited
- Eneco Energy Trade
- TBI Holdings
Work highlights
Advised Hitachi Energy on various renewable energy projects in the Netherlands.
Represented Aluchemie in matters relating to the decommissioning of their entire production site in the Netherlands.
Advised Mineralz Maasvlakte on construction and coordination agreement for their new landfill site to responsibly and permanently store both non-hazardous and hazardous waste.
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Practice head
Jacob Henriquez
Other key lawyers
Tjinta Terlien; Sophie Cairo; Lisa Orvini