Stek is well-versed in advising clients on the project finance of emerging asset classes. Complementing its engagement with energy assets such as biogas, geothermal and batteries, the team also regularly assists in the project finance of fibre and data centre projects. The team is jointly led by Herman Wamelink, who offers lenders and sponsors advice on energy and digital infrastructure financing deals; Sharon Kaufmann, who focuses on healthcare and hospitality finance; and Katinka van den Brink, who specialises in project finance transactions related to the energy transition.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- ‘Sharon Kaufmann and Katinka van den Brink are approachable, market savvy and cooperative, without loosening legal or professional standards.’
- ‘Pleasant, knowledgeable, practical and a solution-driven team.’
- ‘Katinka van den Brink stands out in her project finance knowhow. She has an eye for finding solutions.’
- ‘They are extremely reliable and pleasant to work with.’
- 'Niki Rossing is an excellent senior associate who is highly responsive, thorough, and reliable. She consistently delivers high-quality work under pressure and adds real value through her proactive and collaborative style.'
- ‘Katinka van den Brink stands out as a partner who combines sharp legal insight with a very pragmatic, solutions-driven approach. She is clear, approachable, and able to steer complex projects with confidence and efficiency.'
Key clients
- ASN Bank N.V.
- BNG Bank N.V.
- Commerzbank AG
- Cooperatieve Rabobank U.A.
- ING Bank N.V.
- Nederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V.
- Invest International B.V.
- GeoThermie Delft B.V.
- Novar Nederland B.V.
- Invest-NL Capital N.V.
- SEB Group
- BioValue
Work highlights
Advised GeoThermie Delft B.V. on the project financing it obtained for a deep geothermal project located on the TU Delft campus as well as on the contracts for the project.
Advised ASN Bank on the project financing for a 31.6 MW battery of FlevoBESS.
Advised NWB Bank on the acquisition of a sustainable loan portfolio consisting of loans provided to 11 operational wind, solar and co-located BESS projects in the Netherlands.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Herman Wamelink; Sharon Kaufmann; Katinka van den Brink
Other key lawyers
Niki Rossing; Merijn Batteram