Gide Loyrette Nouel is renowned for advising private operators, financial institutions, and public entities on energy and infrastructure projects. The firm has expert knowledge in the electricity sector and advises private sponsors on renewable energy projects, and helps public entities develop regulations necessary for their development. Department leader Wacef Bentaibi frequently advises state-owned entities, sponsors, and lenders on financing transactions, with specific expertise in the mining, oil, and gas industries as well as real estate and tourism.
Projects and public law in Morocco
Gide Loyrette Nouel
Praxisleiter:
Wacef Bentaibi
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Frédéric Pia; Benoit Pape; Hicham Ngassi-Saqout; Chaimaa Bouhami
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‘The firm is particularly well-regarded for its expertise in public law and regulatory issues, making it a go-to for businesses with complex government interactions. The team in Morocco is highly experienced in PPP/PFI.’
‘Gide Loyrette Nouel positions itself as a strategic partner to help clients navigate regulatory challenges, mitigate risks, and capitalize on opportunities. Special mentions to Frédéric Pia, Wacef Bentaibi, and Benoit Pape.’
‘Availability and expertise on large energy infrastructure projects. Good understanding of market drivers and local networks.’
Kernmandanten
Calvalley
Dakhla Water & Energy Company
Hitachi Zosen Inova AG
National Agency of Strategic Management of State Participations and Performance Monitoring of State-owned Enterprises (ANGSPE)
NGE Contracting
CDG Invest
Chariot Transitional Power (CTP)
CIMR
CME Africa
Engie North Africa
Flutter Entertainment
Global Port Holding (GPH)
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Itochu Corporation
Moroccan National Electricity Regulatory Authority (ANRE)
Nareva Holding
Ocean Management Infrastructure
OCP Green Energy
Sisal
Steya
Suez International
Tanger Med Utilities
Total EREN
Vinci Concessions
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- Assisting the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in a joint project with the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development of Morocco, to structure a major Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminal. We are advising the client on tender procedures as well.
- Assisting the consortium composed of Nareva Holding, Hitachi Zosen Inova, and Itochu Corporation in the submission of a bid to the Municipality of Casablanca. This bid relates to a tender for a delegated management contract for the future Casablanca landfill and recycling centre.
- Assisting Engie North Africa in connection with the submission of its proposal to the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (MASEN)—a government-owned company. The proposal is for the design, construction, financing, development, maintenance, and operation of the Noor Midelt II Solar Complex Project.
ASAFO & CO. MOROCCO Sarl
ASAFO & CO. advises on major transport, infrastructure, and energy projects across Africa. Louis Dubois and Patrick Larrivé lead the department. Dubois, noted for his ‘excellent knowledge of the transport market’, is proficient in administrative and public law and has significant infrastructure project experience. Larrivé, a corporate and M&A expert, advises a variety of companies, developers, and investors on large-scale investments and projects.
Praxisleiter:
Louis Dubois; Patrick Larrivé
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Souhail Sassi; Guy-Fabrice Holo
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‘Excellent legal advice, customer-focused, and an exceptional capacity to adapt to our needs.’
‘Louis Dubois is an excellent lawyer, having very strong technical skills, great flexibility, and excellent knowledge of the transport market.’
‘Very professional, efficient, and great communication.’
Kernmandanten
Dyva Group
SPG Akwaba
Investment Reference Group (IRG Partners)
Valoris Capital
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- Advising the Investment Reference Group (IRG Partners) on the acquisition of land belonging to the Agence d’Urbanisation et de Développement de l’Anfa (AUDA) for the construction of a complex consisting of a clinic and medical practices in the Casablanca Finance City area.
- Advised Dyva Group in negotiating and finalising agreements with TUI Group, one of the world’s leading tourism groups, to build a first-of-a-kind hotel complex in Dabou, Côte d’Ivoire.
- Advising Valoris Capital on the launch of Morocco’s inaugural investment fund solely dedicated to the energy transition sector.
FIDAL
FIDAL MOROCCO AFRICA advises on large-scale projects and public law including renewable energy, health, transport, education, and mining projects. Julie Claude heads the team with her experience in public business law, PPP, and complex public contracts.
Praxisleiter:
Julie Claude
Kernmandanten
AVANT SCENE
AIR LIQUIDE
UC-PCCET
INEE/CDG
Moroccan National Ports Agency
Rabat Région Mobilité (ex-STRS)
Ordre de Malte
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- Advised Avant Scene in the context of the call for expressions of interest for the operation of the premises and spaces of the Chellah archaeological site.
- Advised Air Liquide on public law and regulatory in the context of the divestiture of some activities in Africa.
Mernissi - FIGES
Mernissi - FIGES advises on major tenders launched by Moroccan authorities and public or private partnerships. The firm also advises banks and borrowers regarding project financing across major fields such as renewable energy, hydrocarbons, mining, ports, and desalination. The department is led by ‘excellent lawyers’ Saad El Mernissi and Lamya El Mernissi. Nicole Ackah-Yensu has left the firm.
Praxisleiter:
Saad El Mernissi; Lamya El Mernissi
Referenzen
‘The team is one of the most knowledgeable on the energy, infrastructure, and general project finance sectors in Morocco.’
‘Saad El Mernissi and Lamy El Mernissi are really excellent lawyers.’
Kernmandanten
Marsa Maroc
Populous
BMCE Bank of Africa
European bank for reconstruction and development, Société Générale, Attijari Wafabank, Banque Centrale Populaire, Bank of Africa
Banque Centrale Populaire
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- Advising Marsa Maroc on the award of the 25-year concession of the eastern container terminal in the port Nador West Med with a capacity of 3,4 TEU and for a total investment of 500 million euros.
- Advising the lenders for the financing of the extension of the Chtouka project, the largest seawater desalination plant in operation in Morocco.
Norton Rose Fulbright
Norton Rose Fulbright is frequently instructed to advise on large-scale projects in the infrastructure, transport, and energy sectors. The firm recently advised on the next phases of Morocco’s solar plan as well as on the enhancement of the country’s railway stations. Alain Malek heads the team and frequently advises companies and financial institutions in the energy, infrastructure, and real estate sectors. Project, energy, and infrastructure specialist Nicole Ackah-Yensu recently joined the firm from Mernissi - FIGES.
Praxisleiter:
Alain Malek
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mathieu Dahan; Anne Laure Bernard-Bouissières; Souâde Messaoudi; Nicole Ackah Yensu
Kernmandanten
AMDIE
EGIS RAIL
MASEN
Office National des Chemins de Fer (ONCF)
World Bank Group
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- Advising The Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (MASEN) on the next phases of Morocco’s ambitious solar plan.
- Advising Office National des Chemins de Fer (ONCF) in relation to various matters involving the management of the railway stations.
- Advising AMDIE (The Moroccan Agency for Investment, Development, and Exportations ) on a regular basis in relation to the negotiations with foreign investors mostly in renewable energies and industries.
Afrique Advisors
Afrique Advisors assists private and public entities with large-scale public projects and transactions. ‘Strategic’ practice co-head Laila Slassi has significant experience in supporting companies with energy sector projects. Business law practitioner and fellow practice head Maroua Alouaoui possesses regulatory know-how, advising clients on energy and environmental compliance issues that may affect their projects.
Praxisleiter:
Laila Slassi; Maroua Alouaoui
Referenzen
‘The firm offers global, top-tier legal advice. The firm will fiercely and strategically advocate on your behalf. It will give you unvarnished, practical advice.’
‘Layla Slassi’s grasp of strategic issues and firm attention to detail ensures that any plan or set of documents is properly executed.’
Kernmandanten
Ministry Of Tourism, Handicrafts And Social And Solidarity Economy
ARMA Holding
Southbridge A&I
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- Advised the Ministry Of Tourism, Handicrafts and Social and Solidarity Economy – in the context of the call for tender launched by the Ministry – in a study pertaining to the restructuring, reinforcement, and drafting of the legal and regulatory framework of the social and solidarity economy in Morocco.
- Facilitated the entry of Axial Facilities – a subsidiary of ARMA Holding – into a significant public contract with the Senegalese government. This contract represents a pivotal opportunity for Axial Facilities to strengthen its position and expand its operations in Africa.
- Assisted Southbridge in its project to support the ‘Société de Développement Régional Rabat Région Patrimoine Historique’ (SDR) in the operation of the premises and spaces of the Chellah archaeological site.
UGGC Africa
UGGC Africa advises on the financing, construction, and operation of complex industrial plants such as airport complexes, processing plants, and power plants. Ali Bougrine spearheads the department with his multidisciplinary expertise including projects and public law. Bougrine’s clients comprise domestic and foreign industrial and financial groups, investment funds, and para-public entities. Laurent Sablé focuses on project financing, public procurement, and urban planning and development.
Praxisleiter:
Laurent Sablé; Ali Bougrine.
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Rim Tazi; Fabien Gagnerot.
Referenzen
‘UGGC is a legal firm that has expertise in several areas with its teams who have supported us on various missions. We always receive responses adapted to the needs and context expressed.’
Kernmandanten
LafargeHolcim Group
RATP Dev
John Cockerill Group
Systra Group
Mirova
CIMAT
Dahamco
Atlas Fruits Company
Matis Aerospace (a joint company of Boeing and Safran)
Fipar Holding
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URITI
URITI is a boutique law firm with expertise in project development. The firm boasts strong relationships with banks, technical experts, and financial providers, making it well-equipped to assist with clients’ project management needs. Kenza Bounjou leads the practice and is well-versed in all issues related to energy and infrastructure projects across Africa.
Praxisleiter:
Kenza Bounjou
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‘The ability to find the right balance between public affairs and business matters. Very helpful in facing the various challenges we’re facing and helping us solve them.’
‘Flawless communication.’