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A&O Shearman advises AirAsia on the issue of USD443m Revenue Bonds

The Revenue Bonds comprise USD243m Tranche A Bonds and USD200m Tranche B Bonds.

Norton Rose Fulbright advises SAS on Chapter 11 restructuring

The London team was led by Norton Rose Fulbright partner Owen Mulholland and counsel Louise Auty, with support from partners Will Alete and Charlotte Winter.

Carey Olsen advises USA Rare Earth on its US$870 million business combination with Inflection Point Acquisition Corp. II

The proposed transaction values USARE at a pro-forma enterprise value of US$870 million and includes an initial circa US$35 million PIPE investment,

Dutch competition authority to take action against fake review sellers

Due to this change in law, the ACM can now impose fines of up to €900,000 on both online shops using fake reviews, and fake review writers.

Banks in the Netherlands allowed to cooperate in developing ESG reporting standards

Banks are increasingly obliged to report about the sustainability of their investments, including under the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).

The impact of the new EU mass actions directive across Europe

The growth of mass actions presents increased challenges and risks for businesses, particularly those which provide services or goods to consumers.

Singapore Convention Week: The significance of cross border mediation in sustainability and climate change disputes

In this article, we consider the significance of cross border mediation in resolving disputes relating to climate change and sustainability.

Appleby announces upcoming launch of Appleby Global Services (Shanghai)

Following its launch, the Appleby Group will be the only integrated offshore law firm and fiduciary business in Mainland China and so offer a unique service to its clients.

Ogier Hong Kong assists in the de-SPAC transaction between Tristar Acquisition I Corp and Helport Limited

The transaction involved a statutory merger in the BVI and a statutory merger in the Cayman Islands.

Maples Group Luxembourg Advises BaxEnergy on its €28 Million Sale to Yokogawa Electric

The transaction closed in June2024 for a price of circa €28 million.

Appleby announces upcoming launch of Appleby Global Services (Shanghai)

Following its launch, the Appleby Group will be the only integrated offshore law firm and fiduciary business in Mainland China and so offer a unique service to its clients.

Ogier’s Hong Kong dispute resolution experts named industry leaders in Asia

Asian Legal Business highlights the achievements of dispute resolution practitioners at offshore law firms.

The sanctions regime in the British Virgin Islands

This will demonstrate effective implementation of controls and reduce the risk of any breach, leading to potential enforcement action and penalties.

Latham Advises on Financing for Apollo’s Acquisition of Evri

London team represents arrangers on the transaction to acquire one of the UK’s largest parcel delivery companies.

Freshfields advises Pandox AB on UK acquisition of three aparthotels in central London for £230 million

The acquisition is financed by available cash funds and a new green bank loan.

Allens advises Campus Living Villages on new student accommodation financing

Allens is a market leader in the student accommodation sector, having advised both sponsors and financiers on numerous projects across all states and territories in Australia over 20 years.

Irish court decision demonstrates standards expected when handling employee personal data

McCabe later attended a disciplinary hearing and was summarily dismissed.

Herbert Smith Freehills energy team advises Firm Power and Terrain Solar on acquisition by AGL Energy

Herbert Smith Freehills advises Firm Power and Terrain Solar on its battery and solar acquisition by AGL Energy

Citi and BMO look to A&O Shearman to advise on AIIB’s inaugural issuance on Euroclear’s Digital Financial Market Infrastructure platform

The A&O Shearman team advising the Joint Lead Managers was led from London by capital markets partner Peter Crossan alongside senior associate Michael Hossack and associate Lachlan Hopwood

Herbert Smith Freehills energy team advises Firm Power and Terrain Solar on acquisition by AGL Energy

HSFs energy partner, Peter Davis, said the $250 million acquisition is the biggest battery storage investment by AGL Energy to date.

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