Baker Botts, the renowned international law firm specializing in energy, technology, and life sciences, has announced key leadership changes effective December 18. The strategic appointments aim to enhance the firm’s global presence and foster continued success. Danny David, Managing Partner of Baker Botts, expressed gratitude for the selfless contributions of these partners, highlighting their valuable […]
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Cleary Gottlieb Facilitates OCI N.V.’s $7.2 Billion Asset Sales
Global law firm Cleary Gottlieb is advising OCI N.V., a prominent player in natural gas-based fertilizers and industrial chemicals, on two significant strategic sales amounting to a total of $7.2 billion. The transactions involve the
Al Tamimi & Company, a prominent law firm operating across 17 offices in 10 countries, announced the promotion of eight individuals to Partner positions within various key departments. The appointments, effective from January 1, 2024, highlight the firm’
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DP World’s Carbon Neutral Vision with Industrial Innovation Group
In a significant step towards sustainable development and carbon neutrality, DP World, under the guidance of Olivier Schwartz, Group Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel, has inked a Carbon Removal Certification Agreement with Industrial Innovation
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Circular Innovation: Aldar, Tadweer and Polygreen Launch Ecoloop
Aldar Properties (“Aldar”), Tadweer (Abu Dhabi Waste Management Company) and global circular economy solutions expert Polygreen have established a joint venture to unveil Ecoloop. This innovative circular model, the first of its kind in the
Air Arabia, a major low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, celebrated the inaugural flight to Phuket, Thailand, under the legal guidance of Group Head of Legal, Osama Romeih (pictured). The event,
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TAQA Explores Shareholding in Greece-Cyprus HVDC Project
In a significant move towards enhancing energy connectivity in the Eastern Mediterranean, Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), a major utility player, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore becoming a shareholder in
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Masdar and Hy24 Forge Green Hydrogen Alliance
In a groundbreaking move during the UN’s Climate Change Conference, COP28, renewable energy giant Masdar and clean hydrogen investor Hy24 have inked a strategic joint development and investment framework agreement. This collaboration aims to
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ADNOC and OCI Global Forge Agreement for Fertiglobe Acquisition
With legal oversight from Adnoc’s Chief Legal Officer, Marwan Naim Nijmeh and Maud de Vries, Chief Legal and. Human Capital Officer at OCI Global, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and
Masdar Announces Major Renewable Energy Deals at COP28 Masdar, the Abu Dhabi-based renewable energy company, has announced a series of landmark deals at COP28, marking significant progress in its global renewable energy development. The company
