Baker McKenzie LLP is a popular choice for work relating to infrastructure projects in aviation, rail and road sectors. Clients of the group range from airlines, developers and project sponsors to contractors, major suppliers and automotive manufacturers. Suriyong Tungsuwan and Sawanee Sethsathira jointly head the group, with Sethsathira leading on project development, financing and acquisitions, and Tungsuwan specialising in the automotive sector. Viroj Piyawattanametha is highlighted for his PPP expertise, while Permsak Krairiksh focuses on aircraft financing and leasing matters. Chavapol Akkaravoranun is a key contact for clients seeking advice on regulations surrounding the development of power, petrochemical and infrastructure projects.
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Key clients
- Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited
- PTT Public Company Limited
- Energy Absolute Public Company Limited
- Eastern Water Resources Development and Management Public Co., Ltd.
- Italian-Thai Development Public Company Limited
- Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited
- Energy Absolute Public Company Limited
- BTS Group Holdings Public Company Limited
- RATCH Group Public Company Limited
Work highlights
Acted for Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited in a financing to AirAsia Berhad.
Assisted The Siam Commercial Bank Public Company Limited with its green loan to Energy Absolute Public Company Limited to fund its e-bus project.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Suriyong Tungsuwan; Sawanee Sethsathira
Other key lawyers
Viroj Piyawattanametha; Permsak Krairiksh; Chavapol Akkaravoranun