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Herbert Smith Freehills advises MMG on HK$9 billion rights issue

The company issued two new shares for every five shares held for a subscription price of HK$2.62 per share.

High Court fraudulent misrepresentation ruling a timely reminder for investors

The dispute revolved around false statements made by Martin Charles Heath in various investor materials, which induced investors to enter into contracts under false pretences.

Ogier's Private Equity team in Jersey advises Estancia Capital Partners on £108 million acquisition

We were delighted to work with Estancia on their acquisition of this innovative fintech business.

Ogier's Guernsey team advises bank on one of first new licences under banking law

The team was led by partner Paul Chanter

Carey Olsen associate Yan-Xia Rogers called to the Bermuda Bar

Five lawyers spoke in support of Yan-Xia's application to be admitted to the Bermuda Bar, including Carey Olsen partner Kyle Masters who moved the application.

Herbert Smith Freehills succeeds for Severn Trent in sewerage report dispute

The personal search companies obtained the CON29DW reports from the WASCs and sold them on to the potential property purchasers and owners.

Calling in the experts – impartiality and hot-tubbing

Experts can be instrumental in a variety of family cases – from business or property valuations to psychiatric assessments; knowing the right questions to ask the right expert is key to obtaining the relevant information.

German team advises banking syndicate on issue of Deutsche Bank's inaugural social bond with an aggregate principal amount of EUR 500 million

The issue proceeds from social bonds can be used to finance infrastructure projects or the creation and preservation of jobs, for example.

Maples Group Supports Natural Ventures with Fund Administration Services

Natural Ventures invests in scalable, proven technologies with commercial success that directly enhance water and food security.

Hogan Lovells advises Chevron on strategic acquisitions in Namibia

The Hogan Lovells team that represented Chevron were led by partners Sarah Shaw and Ben Sulaiman

Hogan Lovells advises Chevron on strategic disposal in the Republic of Congo

Subject to approval from the relevant authorities, the transaction is anticipated to complete by the end of Q4 2024.

Dentons advises on sale of largest onshore wind power project in Poland

Dentons provided the seller with comprehensive transactional and regulatory advice.

Hogan Lovells advises IBM on its acquisition of SiXworks

SiXworks will join IBM Consulting as part of its public sector industry team.

European Council prepares for debate on copyright under AI Act

The meeting took place last week was intended to offer the chance to exchange views on copyright and AI and the possible need for regulatory action.

Carey Olsen advises Rosebank Industries on application to trade on London Stock Exchange

Rosebank proposes to acquire quality industrial or manufacturing businesses with an indicative enterprise value of up to approximately US$3 billion whose performance may be improved.

Ogier advises on International Workplace Group plc financing transactions

The team worked alongside lead counsel A&O Shearman.

Our Environment Our Responsibility

The obligation to care responsibly includes an obligation to respect the procedural safeguards enacted by the legislature.

Ogier Advises Chenghe Acquisition II Co. on its $86 Million SPAC IPO on the New York Stock Exchange

The SPAC intends to acquire one or more growth companies in the Asian market or global businesses with operations or a focus on Asia.

Dentons Hong Kong represented China Overseas Land & Investment Limited

The proceeds of the Notes will be applied to finance new and existing projects and for general corporate purposes as stated in the applicable pricing supplement.

Hogan Lovells advises DCC plc on the sale of a majority stake in its Hong Kong and Macau liquid gas business

On completion of the transaction, DCC received a combination of cash consideration and a minority stake in the combined operations.

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