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Shoosmiths facilitates strategic sale of Countrywide Healthcare Supplies

In getting the deal closed, the Shoosmiths team demonstrated seamless collaboration across the firm’s core areas of expertise

Linklaters advises Vedanta Resources Finance II PLC on its US$900m bond issuance

The bonds are listed on the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited, marking the first US dollar bond issuance by the company since February 2021.

Linklaters advises SMBC on its JPY 70.3bn green loan financing for the first gigafactory project in Japan

This loan is based on the Green Finance Framework (the Framework) formulated by AESC Group.

Baker McKenzie Luxembourg has been named the Luxembourg Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year 2024

This recognition is more than just an award; it reflects the hard work, dedication, and passion of our exceptional transfer pricing team.

Opportunities for Asset Managers Looking to Set up in the United Arab Emirates

The UAE is an increasingly common jurisdiction for global asset management businesses seeking to capitalize on the benefits of the Gulf region.

CJEU ruling confirms extent and scope of EU sanctions restrictions

The issue arose after Neves brokered a transaction between a Ukrainian company and an Indian company for radio sets manufactured in Russia.

AI and copyright issues considered in German photographer case

The Hamburg court considered that the creation of such a data set by the body was subject to an exception to copyright provided for in German and EU law, which promotes scientific research.

Guernsey Companies: striking off and voluntary winding up

From the commencement of a voluntary winding up the company ceases to carry on business save in so far as may be expedient for the beneficial winding up of the company.

Dentons advises mBank on €3 billion EMTN Programme and issue of €500 million Green Senior Preferred Notes

Commerzbank, Erste Group, J.P. Morgan, UBS and UniCredit acted as Joint Lead Managers for the offering of the Notes.

Hogan Lovells advises Italgas on the tap issuance of €350 million 3.125% fix rate due 2029

The notes are governed by English law and listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange.

A&O Shearman guides Asian Development Bank in delivering a first-of-its-kind structure to unlock at least USD500m in new concessional education funding

Through this structure, IFFEd and ADB will unlock significant capital to address the education crisis in lower-middle-income countries (LMICs).

WFW advises KGAL on investment in major German green hydrogen project

The Lubmin Project is embedded in the hydrogen hub planned for the site

Dentons advises LFS Advisory

The closing of the sale was subject to the spin-off of AccessHolding's interests in Creo Bank in Georgia and Bank Arvand in Tajikistan to new holding companies.

A&O Shearman advises on EUR500 million high yield bond by International Game Technology plc.

The bond was issued in accordance with Rule 144A and Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act

Carey Olsen in Guernsey advises Phoenix Equity Partners on securing £600 million in new funds

The Growth Partnership Fund has acquired Nineteen and Envisage from Phoenix's previous flagship fund which supported the growth of both companies for over five years.

Directors' duties on the insolvency of a BVI company

At all times, directors of a company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands (the “BVI”) need to be aware of their role and responsibilities as director, in particular where the company is insolvent or of doubtful solvency.

Apollo to Form $25 Billion Private Credit, Direct Lending Program With Citigroup

The strategic program will finance approximately $25 billion of debt opportunities over the next several years

Appointment of a liquidator to an insolvent company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands

Liquidation is a final procedure which will ultimately bring the company’s life to an end.

Eversheds Sutherland Advises Empower on Acquisition of OptionTrax

The new offering from Empower with be available to both publicly traded and privately held companies.

Hogan Lovells advises Invesco Real Estate on the sale of Time Building to Fabrica Immobiliare SGR

The Hogan Lovells team that advised on the transaction was led by partner Marco Rota Candiani together with counsel Maria Deledda, senior associate Alberto Carrara, associate Riccardo Colantoni and trainee Monica Nicoletti.

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