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Apollo and ATLAS Form $5 Billion Strategic Collaboration With BNP Paribas

Under the terms of the collaboration, BNP will make a day-one financing commitment of $5 billion, which is expected to increase over time.

Securities litigation in the UK: liability and remedies

Securities litigation is a term commonly used to describe disputes arising out of the purchase and sale of shares in publicly listed companies.

UAE labour law updates bring significant changes to employment disputes

One of the most significant updates to the UAE Labour Law, which came into force on 31 August, is the extension of the statutory limitation period to bring a claim.

Dentons advises Bank of Sharjah on issuance of US$500 million Notes due 2029 and on its tender offer

The issuance received orders of US$1.4 billion and was just under three times oversubscribed.

Hogan Lovells advises SanoRice with its multi-jurisdictional refinancing in the Netherlands, Belgium, Italy and Poland

Its success results from its continuous focus on developing novel products that meet the highest quality and food safety standards.

Carey Olsen advises Auréa Group on Jersey investment vehicle used to purchase The Body Shop

Auréa was founded in 2021 and favours investments in businesses focused on new-age beauty, wellness and longevity.

Slaughter and May is advising Close Brothers on the sale of Close Brothers Asset Management to Oaktree

Slaughter and May worked closely with the Close Brothers legal team led by Sarah Peazer-Davies and Tom Bloxsome.

A&O Shearman advises on first issuance of green bonds by PKO Bank Polski

This successful issuance underscores the growing importance of green financing in the European market.

Norton Rose Fulbright advises Volution on proposed acquisition of Fantech Australasia

Volution Group plc is a leading international designer and manufacturer of energy efficient indoor air quality solutions, with brands across the UK, Continental Europe and Australasia.

Dentons advises The National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah P.S.C.

The Dentons team in Dubai was led by partner Alex Roussos

Hogan Lovells advises banks on legal implementation of financing for climate-friendly investments by Preh Group

The Preh Group is a global automotive supplier based in Bad Neustadt

Sustainable investment regulation in the UK and EU

New UK sustainability reporting standards in line with international standards are expected to be outlined by the UK government in 2025.

Collas Crill advises on the acquisition of Brooks Macdonald Asset Management (International) Ltd

The acquisition is expected to complete by 31 March 2025, subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions.

Norton Rose Fulbright highly commended for innovation in pro bono

The independent public inquiry was set up to examine the UK’s response to and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, and learn lessons for the future.

Holland & Knight Advises Aeyon on Acquisition by CGI Federal

The strategic acquisition of Aeyon will enhance CGI Federal's offerings and strengthen its relationships with key national security and civilian agency clients

Latham Advises on VTTI’s US$1.7 Billion Equivalent Refinancing

DC Advisory and Santander also advised on the transaction.

Banca Sella, first premium covered bond program and inaugural issuance, with A&O Shearman advising

The program was structured to allow the attribution of the "Premium" label to the covered bonds

WFW advises CACIB on US$300m syndicated financing for GSL

This financing will expand GSL’s lender relationships, broadening its potential sources of capital in the future.

Appleby Advises JetBlue on US$2.765 billion financing backed by Loyalty Program

The Loyalty Notes and the Loyalty Term Loan will each be guaranteed by certain subsidiaries of JetBlue.

Macfarlanes advises Mayfair Equity Partners on investment in i-media

Mayfair Equity Partners is a dedicated digital investor with over £2bn in assets under management.

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