Norton Rose Fulbright is trusted by multinational corporates, private equity investors, and financial institutions to advise on tax matters in M&A, restructurings, financings, fund formations, and day-to-day compliance. The practice is headed by Bart Le Blanc, who stands out in international corporate taxation matters. Le Blanc offers a focus on the energy and renewables sectors, particularly regarding Latin American and African tax regimes, and also represents clients in tax audits and litigation. Indirect tax practitioner Wouter Kolkman, who joined the team in 2025, is well-positioned to advise on VAT, customs, and transfer taxes.
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- ‘Excellent service, people are friendly and helpful.’
- ‘They understand our specific needs, are responsive and address our concerns in a timely manner. I appreciate their expertise and dedication, and I am very satisfied with our ongoing collaboration.’
Key clients
- Allianz Nederland Groep NV
- Appian Capital Advisory LLP
- CAE Inc
- Canadian Tire Corporation
- DNV
- Energizer Inc.
- Howden
- ICTSI
- Iot.nxt / Vodacom
- Mercedes Benz AG
- PMV
- Riskpoint
Work highlights
Advised Singapore-headquartered Yinson Production on the placement of US$1.168 bn 144A/Reg S senior secured notes issued by Yinson Bergenia Production B.V., to refinance the floating production, storage and offloading vessel ‘Maria Quitéria'.
Advised PIB Group, a leading specialist insurance intermediary with backing from world-leading private equity firms, Apax Funds and The Carlyle Group, on the strategic acquisition of the Dutch commercial lines insurance broker and MGA platform ‘Thoma’.
Assisted The Relevance Group, a European expert in data-driven marketing and sales owned by Ufenau Capital Partners, with the acquisition of Techonomy.
Practice head
Bart Le Blanc
Other key lawyers
Wouter Kolkman