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Singapore

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Construction: Foreign firms

Linklaters‘ group often leverages its international network to act for global sponsors, developers, and key players across the oil and gas space in relation to both onshore and offshore projects. ’Exceptional individual’ Mark Veitch leads the team, and is noted for his vast knowledge which spans the full range of construction agreements within the energy and transport sectors; Veitch is an expert in financing work and contractual arrangements, and has a strong focus on the renewable energy industry. Jie Yun Phua is also a key member of the team.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team brings a strong background in construction and banked projects, which translates to them finding effective resolutions during contract negotiations.’
  • ‘Mark Veitch is an exceptional individual who fosters an environment where even the most difficult discussions become amicable. His fast-paced way of thinking creates workable solutions for both parties.'
  • 'Jie Yun Phua is also a fantastic associate to have in your contract negotiations. She is a great listener and an even better drafter.’
  • ‘What strikes me is the efficiency and effectiveness of communication. This sounds basic but it is so underrated and requires true management. This in itself has saved me so much time, and offered ultimate peace of mind - I believe that this is one fundamental qualities of a good law firm.’
  • ‘The team is commercially savvy, and is willing to and capable of understanding technical scopes, communicated in reasonable layman's terms. The dynamic has thus been efficient and healthy, much credit to the vast knowledge base of the team members I worked with (Mark Veitch) and open mindedness of Linklaters corporate culture.’
  • 'They combine the reach and resources of a larger firm with the personal touch and attentiveness of a boutique. It prioritizes responsiveness, transparency, and alignment with clients’ strategic objectives.'
  • 'The individuals I work with consistently distinguish themselves through a combination of intellectual rigour, commercial awareness, and a deep commitment to client success. What truly sets them apart is not just what they know, but how they apply that knowledge - with empathy, judgment, and an unwavering focus on results.'

Key clients

  • Brunei Economic Development Board
  • China Light and Power (CLP)
  • CP Group (Thailand)
  • Global Power Synergy Company Limited (GPSC)
  • Melco Resorts & Entertainment
  • Olam International
  • Ørsted (formerly DONG Energy)
  • Petroleum Authority of Brunei
  • PTT GC
  • Ratchaburi Electricity Generation
  • Thai Oil Public Company Limited
  • BNP Paribas
  • Natixis
  • ING Bank
  • Societe Generale
  • Standard Chartered Bank
  • Bangkok Bank Public Company
  • ICBC
  • Siam Commercial Bank Public Company
  • Asian Development Bank

Work highlights

Advised the clients as joint developers, and the Hai Long project companies on the construction arrangements for the TWD 117bn project financing of the 1,022MW Hai Long offshore wind farm project in Taiwan.
Advised Thai Oil PCL on the tendering process and negotiating and finalising the EPC contract and project management contract in a US$4bn expansion and upgrade of its existing plant in Chonburi province, Thailand.
Advised for PT Medco Power Indonesia and Ratchaburi Electricity Generation Holding PCL as sponsors on the project financing of a 275MW Gas Fired Power Plant Project in Riau province, Indonesia.
Practice head

Mark Veitch

Other key lawyers

Jie Yun Phua

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