The projects and energy team at Akhund Forbes boasts a wealth of experience across a range of sectors, such as public sector, mining and minerals, and infrastructure. The department regularly engages with the government of Sindh on its waste and conversion projects, offering comprehensive support, from drafting legal and regulatory framework to advising on carbon market policies. This thriving practice is also active in advising on the BRT Yellow Line Project in Karachi and supporting the introduction of EV cars in Pakistan. Sahar Iqbal co-heads the team; she is celebrated for her commitment to helping improve the sanitation index in Sindh and her work is being used as models across governments in Pakistan. Fellow co-head Rabel Akhund brings over twenty-five years of expertise to the firm and is highly regarded for his cross-border work.
Projects and energy in Pakistan
Akhund Forbes
Praxisleiter:
Rabel Akhund; Sahar Iqbal
Referenzen
‘I found Sahar Iqbal to be very knowledgeable, collaborative and respectful. She is also prompt when it comes to getting work done, in fact I found her pace of delivery exceed expectations.’
‘I have had the opportunity of knowing Sahar Iqbal who is who is a remarkable partner due to her extensive knowledge, approachability, and attention to detail.’
‘Complete command of the nuances of local laws and regulations and a focus on candid advice.’
Kernmandanten
THAI STANLEY ELECTRIC PUBLIC CO., LTD.
Stanley Electronic CO., LTD
Siegwerk Pakistan
Siegwerk Group
Rotopack
Helm Industries
China Power Hub Generation Company (Private) Limited
Zhong Lun Law Firm
Government of Sindh
Sindh Mass Transit Authority
Sindh Solid Waste Management Board
Punjab Central Business District Development Authority
Gemini Office Services UK Limited
Facebook/Meta
JunHe LLP
Ghani Builders & Developers
Alpha Beta Core Pvt Ltd
Solid Waste Emergency & Efficiency Project
EY Ford Rhodes
Competitive and Liveable City of Karachi
World Bank
Public Private Partnership of Sindh
BYD Auto Industry Company Limited
Environmental & Waste Management Solutions (SMC-PVT) LTD
Project Procurement International
Irverde GoGreen Pvt Ltd
De La Rue
Food and Agriculture Organisation
Jones Lang Lasalle
Shanghai Electric
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising the Sindh Solid Waste Management Board and World Bank-backed projects on legal structuring, waste-to-energy, and regulatory reform in Karachi.
- Advising the Sindh Mass Transit Authority and World Bank on the multi-million dollar BRT Yellow Line project in Karachi, a transformative urban mobility initiative.
- Advising BYD Auto Industry, top-selling battering EV manufacturer in the world, on introducing EV cars in Pakistan.
Hafeez Pirzada | Farooq, Khan & Mirza - Corporate Counsel | Barristers | Advocates
Heading the dedicated team at Hafeez Pirzada | Farooq, Khan & Mirza - Corporate Counsel | Barristers | Advocates, Omer Farooq offers a wealth of experience in leading PPP projects, as well as providing corporate advisory and commercial consultancy to a range of clients. The team regularly delivers end-to-end legal support to governmental bodies, including local government housing developments and food departments. The firm offers market risk-based models, boasting sector experience spanning water and sewage, education, and infrastructure. In addition, they are lauded for their considerable knowledge in local regulatory frameworks and market awareness. Waleed Arshad is another key name and is noted for his work in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi Airport PPP Projects.
Praxisleiter:
Omer Farooq
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Waleed Arshad
Referenzen
‚Its lawyers are working across various sectors and bring a tonne of industry information.‘
‚Omer Farooq possesses strong commercial acumen in PPP projects, which sets him apart from other partners in other firms. Unlike those that remain confined to the legal domain, he actively engages in the broader commercial aspects of the transaction.‘
‚The team consists of a potent mix of practicing lawyers. In our view, HPFKM is one of few law firms who exhibit very quick turnaround times. Their teams are readily available.‘
Kernmandanten
Sukkur Municipal Corporation
Sukkur Water and Sewerage Corporation
Peshawar Development Authority
Port Qasim Authority
Adam Smith International
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Economic Zones Development and Management Company
Pakistan Economic Zone Development and Management Company (Private) Limited
Climate Change, Forestry, Environment & Wildlife Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Sindh Economic Zones Management Company, Government of Sindh
Food Department, Government of Sindh
Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority
Bank of Punjab
Sialkot Kharian Infrastructure Management (Private) Limited
Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation, Government of Sindh
Lyari Development Authority, Government of Sindh
Mauripur Expressway Road Concessionaire (Private) Limited
Kainatt Enterprises (Private) Limited
Maqbool Associates (Private) Limited
Hasas Construction
Swat Motorway and Related Tourism Infrastructure Development (Private) Limited
Zahir Khan & Brothers
The World Bank
Local Government & Housing Town Planning Department, Government of Sindh
International Finance Corporation, World Bank Group
Government of Sindh, Public Private Partnership Unit
Punjab Ring Road Authority
Punjab Ring Road Infrastructure Management and Engineering (Private) Limited
Frontier Works Organization
United Nations Industrial Development Organization
Motorway Operation and Rehabilitation Engineering (Private) Limited
Swat Expressway Planning Construction and Operations (Private) Limited
Lahore Sialkot Motorway Infrastructure Management (Private) Limited
Planning & Development Department (P&DD), Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Habibabad Operation and Management Engineering Company (Private) Limited
Superhighway Construction Operation and Rehabilitation Engineering Company (Private) Limited
National Logistics Cell
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising the PDA on the commercial utiliation of prime real estate assets in Peshawar, developing high-rise commercial buildings, apartments, and recreational facilities as well as developing a recreational and sports club in Regi Model Town.
- Advising the Sukkur Water & Sewerage Corporation on the rehabilitation and development of Sukkur’s water distribution system through PPP.
- Advising the Government of Sindh on the development of a 485,000 MT greenfield wheat silos across Sindh in various cities but mainly in Karachi under a suitable PPP scheme.
Haidermota & Co Advocates
The team at Haidermota & Co Advocates has supported the development of transformative projects within the energy and projects sector in Pakistan, with works including industrial developments, climate action, and mass transit. The firm regularly advises a wide variety of clients, including regulatory bodies and mining companies. Alongside this, the team specialises in structuring public-private partnership transactions. The team is chaired by Umar Shereef and Owais Aziz, who offer over forty years of combined experience and are recognised for their commitment to delivering 'practical business solutions'. Another key figure within the team is Babar Zaman Khan, who is noted for his work with on and offshore investors. Another key contact is Rahmat Kamal Ghangro.
Praxisleiter:
Umar Shereef; Owais Aziz
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Rahmat Kamal Ghangro; Babar Zaman Khan
Referenzen
‘They are experts in their practice areas. If they said they have significant experience in handling such matters, consider that you are in good hands.’
‘They are learned and experienced. They utilise their experience for negotiations, and come up with practical business solution which we require as a company.’
‘The team is consistently strong and extremely responsive. They are great to deal with and technically good across the board.’
Kernmandanten
Fatima Fertilizer Company Limited
Frontier Oil Company – 1
International Resources Holding RSC L
Education City Karachi, Government of Sindh
Forest and Wildlife Department, Government of Sindh
Adam Smith International
National Engineering Corporation
Olive Technical Services (Private) Limited
Infra Zamin Pakistan Limited
Burj Capital
Master Solar Energy Limited
JCM Power Limited
The Bank of Punjab
DP World FZE
Governance & Policy Project, Balochistan
Abu Dhabi Ports Group
Local Government Department, Government of Sindh
Ministry of Railways, Government of Pakistan
Pakistan Infrastructure Development Company Limited
NED University of Science and Technology, Government of Sindh
Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation, Government of Sindh through the International Finance Corporation
Javedan Corporation Limited
Bank Alfalah Limited
Habib Bank Limited
Meezan Bank Limited
Sapphire Chemicals (Private) Limited
Allied Bank Limited
Reko Diq Mining Company Private Limited
Master Wind Energy Limited
United Bank Limited
Tenaga Generasi Limited
National Bank of Pakistan
Sindh Economic Zone Management Company
Kainat Enterprises
Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation, Government of Sindh through the Asian Development Bank
British International Investment (formerly known as CDC Group plc)
Act2 Wind (Private) Limited
Gul Ahmed Electric Limited
Metro Wind Power Limited
Liberty Wind Power 1 (Private) Limited
Liberty Wind Power 2 (Private) Limited
NASDA Green Energy (Private) Limited
Artistic Wind Power (Private) Limited
Lucky Renewables (Private) Limited
Din Energy Limited
Amreli Steels Limited
GuarantCo Ltd
Engro Powergen Qadirpur Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting as legal counsel to the Forest & Wildlife Department, Government of Sindh, in connection with the development of three carbon emission reduction and removal programmes through an afforestation project spanning approximately 108,068 acres in the districts of Matiari and Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan.
- Acting as the borrowers’ counsel to Reko Diq Mining Company (Private) Limited in relation to financing sought by the borrower in respect of the finance facilities to be extended by International Multilateral and Export Credit Agencies for development of the first phase of the copper and gold mine in the Province of Baluchistan, Pakistan known as “Reko Diq”.
- Advising DP World FZE as local counsel on a series of interconnected projects in Pakistan aimed at developing new freight systems and enhancing port connectivity.
Orr, Dignam & Co.
Regularly advising on market leading transactions and a range of renewable and non-renewable energy mandates, the team at Orr, Dignam & Co. provides a wide range of legal services to clients across a range of industries, including the agro-chemical, technology, and mining sectors. The team has extensive experience in supporting clients active in the oil and gas sector, from supporting companies to navigate changing policy, to the development of multi-national power infrastructures. The firm has been working on the Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India gas line project. The team is headed up by Aliya Yusuf, Asim Nasim, and Zahir Riaz. Other key contacts include Shahid Raza and Umar Shahid.
Praxisleiter:
Aliya Yusuf; Asim Nasim; Zahir Riaz
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Umar Shahid; Shahid Raza
Kernmandanten
Asia Petroleum Limited
Barrick Gold Corporation
BB Energy
BE Energy Limited
CIHC Power Company (Private) Limited
Del Power (Private) Limited
DuPont Pakistan Operation (Pvt.) Ltd
Emaar Group
Fauji Akbar Portia Marine Terminals (Private) Limited
Fauji Cement Company Limited
Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim Limited
Fauji Foundation
Fauji Oil Terminal and Distribution Co. Limited
FFBL Power Company Limited
Fauji Kabirwala Power Company Limited Foundation Power Company (Daharki) Limited
Foundation Wind Energy -I Limited
Foundation Wind Energy -II Limited
Government Holdings (Private) Limited
IGI Investments
Inter State Gas Systems (Private) Limited
Louis Dreyfus Company
Mari Petroleum Company Limited
Metro Power Company Limited
National Logistic Corporation
Oil Companies Advisory Council
Packages Limited
Pak-Arab Refinery Company
Pakistan Pearl Gas Limited
Pakistan Refinery Limited
Pakistan LNG Limited
Pakistan Petroleum Limited
Pakistan State Oil
Prime Pakistan Limited
Rousch (Pakistan) Power Limited
Sachal Energy Development (Private) Limited
Sino Sindh Resources (Private) Limited
Sky 47 Limited
Tenage Generasi Limited
Thar Coal Block -I Power Company Limited
The ExxonMobil Group
Total Parco Pakistan Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Barrick Gold Corporation on the Reconstituted Reko Diq Project in Balochistan, including securing federal and provincial consents, drafting legislative amendments, and ensuring compliance with mining, environmental, and corporate laws.
- Advising PARCO on the recent brownfield refinery upgradation policy of the Federal Government of Pakistan and the underlying expansion and upgradation project being considered by PARCO.
- Acted as legal counsel for Pak Arab Refinery Limited, in the acquisition of 50% shares by Gunvor Group in Total Parco Pakistan Limited (TPPL), a 50/50 joint venture between PARCO and Total Energies Marketing and Services.
Qureshi Law Associates
With a thriving energy and projects practice, the team at Qureshi Law Associates boasts a wealth of experience in advising clients on IPPs, routinely handling market leading matters. The firm works on a global platform alongside companies based in China, the USA, Afghanistan, and the UAE, and it also handles domestic mandates. Spearheaded by Adnan Aslam Qureshi, Zia Junejo, and Azhar Iqbal, the team has extensive expertise in hydel commercial power projects, solar power, and coal mining. The team is ably supported by Basharat Ali Mahmood, who is noted for his litigation work in the projects sector. Azhar Iqbal is another key contact within the department.
Praxisleiter:
Adnan Aslam Qureshi; Zia Junejo; Azhar Iqbal
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Basharat Ali Mahmood; Azhar Iqbal
Referenzen
‘Qureshi Law Associates’ Projects and Energy practice is exceptional by any standard—without question among the most capable, responsive, and commercially astute legal teams operating in Pakistan’s infrastructure, power, and regulatory space. What makes the team truly unique is its ability to deliver high-level strategic legal advice while also being deeply immersed in the technical, financial, and regulatory complexities of project development and implementation.‘
‘Adnan Aslam Qureshi stands out as a “powerhouse” in the Projects and Energy sector. His combination of legal expertise, sectoral insight, and policy fluency is rare. He brings a level of clarity and strategic foresight that consistently adds value across complex transactions—whether related to power purchase agreements, concession frameworks, regulatory approvals, or local equity structuring. His ability to engage confidently with both government stakeholders and foreign investors inspires trust and delivers results.‘
‚The wider team, including associates like Azhar Iqbal are exceptionally well-prepared, commercially minded, and highly responsive. They bring maturity and precision to their work, especially in drafting and negotiating complex project documents such as PPAs, EPC and O&M contracts, and implementation agreements. The team’s ability to anticipate issues, respond under pressure, and safeguard client interests is of the highest standard we have encountered in the region.‘
Kernmandanten
Suki Kinara hydel power project
Tianjin Energy Investment Company Ltd
Bin Qasim Thermal Station III
Hydrochina Dawood Power Ltd
Solution de Energy (Pvt) Ltd
IPS 22 (Pvt) Ltd
IPS 23 (Pvt) Ltd
SB 24 (Pvt) Ltd
Gulbahar Power Project
SinoEnergy Consortium
Soan River Hydel Power Ltd
Murree Hydel Power Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisted CNIC Corporation of China with due diligence for on the 870 MW Suki Kinara hydel power project with a fatal flaws red-flag report both regular and summary for the purpose of acquisition of shares.
- Acted for Tianjin Energy Investment Group Co. Ltd, a Chinese company, in the acquisition of existing as well as the issuance of new shares in CHIC, a 300 MW coal imported power project based in Gwadar owned by the project company CIHC Pak Power Co. Ltd.
- Advised Sinosure and conducted due diligence of the financing obtained by Karachi Electric for its 900 MW Bin Qasim Power Station III RLNG power project from a syndicate of local banks led by Standard Chartered.
RIAA BARKER GILLETTE
Advising power project sponsors, investors, and developers, the team at RIAA BARKER GILLETTE is well equipped to handle complex energy and infrastructure matters. The group has extensive experience in solar power solutions, thermal, and renewable energy projects, and it advises its clients, which include domestic and international lending agencies, as well as power developers and fuel suppliers, on regulatory compliance, acquisitions, and EPC contracts. Specialising in infrastructure projects, Hasnain Naqvee heads up the team. Bilal Shaukat is another key contact, with expertise in regional and cross- border projects, while Nadir Altaf is praised for his ‘multidisciplinary skill set’.
Praxisleiter:
Hasnain Naqvee
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Bilal Shaukat; Nadir Altaf
Referenzen
‘RIAA Barker Gillette provides comprehensive legal support across all stages of the project’s lifecycle. The firm’s ability to deliver seamless and multidisciplinary support encompassing legal, regulatory, institutional, technical, engineering, financial, and tariff related issues has consistently added value.‘
‚Their team oriented and solutions driven approach has ensured continuity, responsiveness, and strategic clarity across all forums.’
‘Nadir Altaf brings a rare combination of legal acumen and sector specific insight, enabling him to navigate not just the legal landscape, but also the policy and institutional dynamics that shape Pakistan’s power sector.‘
Kernmandanten
K-Electric Limited
Technomen Kinetics Private Limited
Faysal Spinning Mills Limited
FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan Limited
Power Cement Limited
Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Limited
Sapphire Fibres Limited and Mindbridge (Private) Limited
S.K. Hydro (Private) Limited
Mira Power Limited
Liberty Mills Limited
Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA)
TAPI Pipeline Company Limited
Star Hydro Power Limited
Huaneng Shandong Ruyi (Pakistan) Energy (Private) Limited
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
DHA Energy Supply Company (Private) Limited
Rashakai Special Economic Zones Development and Operations Company (Private) Limited
Lucky Electric Power Company Limited
Sindh Transmission and Dispatch Company (Pvt.) Limited
GH2 Industries (Private) Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising FCEPL, a Pakistani dairy company and subsidiary of Royal FrieslandCampina, on entering a 20-year Energy Purchase Agreement with Burj Solar Energy for a 3 MW solar power plant to be installed at FCEPL’s Sahiwal facility.
- Acted as legal counsel for the purchasers in acquiring 100% shares of Uch Power (Private) Limited and Uch-II Power (Private) Limited, subsidiaries of French multinational Engie S.A.
- Assisting the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting with establishing a commercial land development project on a public-private partnership basis for properties in Karachi and Islamabad.
ABS & Co.
Headed up by the Lahore-based trio of Ahmed Reza Mirza, Amna Warsi, and Ayasha Warsi, the projects and energy department at ABS & Co. is noted within the sector for its work on high-profile projects for a diverse clientele, including global and domestic players. It has a wealth of experience in advising clients on the policy landscape across federal and provincial levels. With a multi-disciplinary offering, the department is also able to provide comprehensive legal counsel on tax, dispute resolution, and corporate matters occurring in the projects and energy arena. Of recent note, the team has been supporting the development of renewable energy and high-value PPP projects in line with complex constitutional, environmental, and procurement laws and regulations. Khadeeja Ahmad is another notable name in the department.
Praxisleiter:
Ahmed Reza Mirza; Amna Warsi; Ayasha Warsi
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Khadeeja Ahmad
Referenzen
‘ABS & Co.’s ability to handle everything from regulatory litigation such as disputes involving penalties to routine matters like pricing adjustments and contractual disputes, when combined with their well-rounded and timely advice delivered with clarity, professionalism, and calm confidence, makes them a consistently reliable legal partner.’
‘We have worked with Ahmed Reza Mirza on multiple regulatory matters where we greatly appreciate the consistent, solution-oriented input he provides and his representation in regulatory litigation is always marked by professionalism and strong command of the subject.‘
‘ABS & Co.’s exceptional Projects & Energy team has been instrumental in helping us navigate recurring operational issues, always providing commercially sound advice that is both timely and practical.’
Kernmandanten
Power Construction Corporation of China
Quaid-e-Azam Thermal Power Ltd
Capital Development Authority
Mirza Associates Engineering Services (Pvt) Ltd
National Transmission and Despatch Company
National Electric Power Regulatory Authority
Reliable Engineering Services Pvt Ltd
Punjab Cattle Market Management and Development Company
Consortium of SMEC International Pty Australia Ltd
Mirza Associates Engineering Services Pvt Ltd
Engineering General Consultants EGC Pvt Ltd
Fertilizer Manufacturers Pakistan Advisory Council
AGS-Legal
Smart Higher Education Services (Pvt) Ltd
Nisar Jan and Co.
Sazgar Engineering Works Limited
Bates Wells and Braithwaites London LLP
Habib Rafiq (Private) Limited
Habib Rafiq Engineering (Private) Limited
Naturals Farms
Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission
Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission
China Ghezhouba Group Company Limited
Engro Elengy Terminal Pakistan Limited
Sui Northern Gas Pipeline Limited
Alternative Energy Development Board
Naturals Farms Country Club Pvt Ltd
Naturals Farms Club & Resort LLP
Faisalabad Downtown Pvt Ltd
Din Properties Private Limited
Ravi Urban Development Authority
Punjab Central Business District Development Authority
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented Power Construction Corporation of China in a USD187m dispute with National Power Parks Management Company Ltd arising from EPC delays on a RLNG power plant.
- Advised the Capital Development Authority, in consortium with KPMG, on the structuring, legal framework, and implementation of multiple high-value PPP projects in Islamabad, including the development of five-star hotels and the Gandhara Heritage & Cultural Centre at F-9 Park, involving complex constitutional, environmental, and procurement law considerations.
- Advised the Punjab Cattle Market Management & Development Company on the legal structuring and implementation of province-wide infrastructure and regulatory reform across 200+ livestock markets.
Ahmed & Qazi
Led by Saim Hashmi, who is noted for his twenty-five years of experience and multi-disciplinary skills in corporate matters and litigation, the group at Ahmed & Qazi frequently acts in project financing matters, from non-recourse project finance to green debt instruments for both lenders and borrowers. The team regularly advises on some of Pakistan’s largest infrastructure projects, remaining active across a range of sectors, including oil and gas, mining, public sector, and renewables. Alongside this, they have extensive experience in the REIT space, working alongside clients to introduce the slum regeneration REIT project whilst also contributing to the regulatory framework. Nazif Ahmed is another key contact, noted for his ‘innovative deal structuring’.
Praxisleiter:
Saim Hashmi
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Nazif Ahmed
Referenzen
‘Highly professional in terms of their command on legal acumen.‘
‘Responsive and problem solvers.‘
‘Among the standard competence level expected from legal counsel, Ahmed & Qazi is keen on working on innovative structures such as relating to green financing (Green Bond/ Sukuk), which is gaining rapid momentum in Pakistan market.’
Kernmandanten
Siemens Pakistan Engineering Company Limited
Shields REIT Management Company Limited
Arif Habib Dolmen REIT Management Limited
DEG Deutsche Investitions und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH
Ghotki Kandhkot Road & Bridge Company (Private) Limited
JS Investments Limited
Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited
Infra Zamin Pakistan Limite
Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector
Habib Bank Limited
Pakistan Kuwait Investment Company (Private) Limited
Allied Bank Limited
Askari Bank Limited
The Bank of Punjab
Pak Oman Investment Company Ltd.
Noble Group
S.M. Jaffer and Company
The OPEC Fund for International Development
Samba Bank Limited
MCB Bank Limited
Meezan Bank Limited
National Bank of Pakistan
BankIslami Pakistan Limited
CIENA Group
ATMT Ventures Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting as project counsel for the Ghotki Kandhkot Bridge Project, a PKR70bn PPP project involving construction of the largest bridge in Pakistan and the largest river bridge in South Asia.
- Advising National Steel Complex Limited on the US$328m scheme of arrangement and revival plan, one of the country’s largest dormant megaprojects.
- Advised a client on the creation of PropertyShare, Pakistan’s first ever real-world asset fractionalisation structure, which has been deployed in high-rise projects valuing over PKR150bn.
Ali Khan Law Associates
Ali Khan Law Associates covers a broad spectrum of energy and infrastructure projects and its client base includes federal and provincial governments and market leading power producers. The team has expertise in public-private partnerships, providing comprehensive legal advice, from regulatory approval to EPC contracts. At the helm is Ali Khan, who brings ‘technical excellence with sound commercial judgement’ to all matters. Further supporting the team is Areen Ali Shah, who is noted for her work in negotiating project financing, and Tayyaba Hyder, who brings a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks to the team.
Praxisleiter:
Ali Khan
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tayyaba Hyder; Areen Ali Shah
Referenzen
‘All individuals that catered us were polite, helpful and courteous, and each displayed mastery of legal knowledge.’
‘This practice distinguishes itself through a combination of deep sector expertise, strategic thinking, and an unwavering commitment to client service. What sets the team apart is not only the caliber of its legal advice, but also the ability to consistently deliver commercially attuned solutions, particularly in high-stakes and complex matters. Clients value the team’s ability to anticipate challenges and provide proactive, clear, and actionable counsel that aligns with their business goals.‘
‚From a capabilities standpoint, the practice brings together a multidisciplinary team with top-tier experience across contentious and non-contentious matters, including cross-border transactions, regulatory frameworks, and project development. Their bench strength includes seasoned partners with long-standing reputations as trusted advisors, as well as lawyers who bring energy, innovation, and a collaborative spirit to the practice.‘
Kernmandanten
Enertech Holding Company
Zorlu Solar Pakistan Limited
Amreli Steel Limited
National Steel Complex Limited
Asian Development Bank
Faysal Bank Limited
Wah Construction Limited
Malir Expressway Limited
Green Waste Energy (Private) Limited
Ministry of National Food Security and Research
Zahir Khan and Brothers
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Enertech Holding Company on the landmark NED Special Technology Park, Sindh’s first-of-its-kind tech hub, including drafting and negotiating the Concession Agreement and structuring strategic risk allocation.
- Advised Zorlu Solar Pakistan Limited on its pioneering 100 MW Solar Power Plant, including navigating complex regulatory approvals before NEPRA and developing an industry-first, NEPRA-endorsed degradation mechanism.
- Advised Enertech Holding Company on Pakistan’s first sub-sovereign water transportation PPP, a landmark initiative recognized with the ‚Global Deal of the Year – 2021‘ by Islamic Finance News Awards.
Kabraji & Talibuddin
Kabraji & Talibuddin regularly acts for leading domestic and international banks, financial institutions, and global corporate entities. The team offers expertise in pioneering domestic and cross-border projects and infrastructure transactions, including advising on hydropower projects. In addition to this, the firm has assisted in developing legislation regarding the power sector. The group is jointly chaired by Karachi-based Maheen Faruqui, who is noted for her experience working on landmark wind, gas, and hydel projects, and Syed Maaz, who brings considerable strength in advising clients in the financial and aviation sector.
Praxisleiter:
Maheen Faruqui; Syed Maaz
Kernmandanten
International Finance Corporation
China Development Bank
Silk Road Fund
The Export-Import Bank of China
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited
Asian Development Bank
The Export-Import Bank of Korea
CDC Group LLC
Bank AL Habib Limited
Habib Bank Limited
Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited
Bank Alfalah Limited
Meezan Bank Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting as local legal counsel for the lenders in relation to the financing provided to Armstrong ZE (Private) Limited for the purposes of establishing and developing a greenfield tyre manufacturing facility in Gharo, Sindh, Pakistan.
- Acting as local counsel for China Development Bank in relation to the 99 MW UEP wind power project.
- Advising the lenders of the 720 MW Karot hydropower project on the cessation of LIBOR as the benchmark interest rate and the global shift from LIBOR to other benchmark interest rates.
Mohsin Tayebaly & Co
Mohsin Tayebaly & Co fields a wide ranging offering for leading financial institutions, handling high-value financing matters across the projects and energy sector. The group is highly skilled in advising on project financing matters, working in both conventional and Islamic project financing. The team's project and energy experience includes advising on RLNG power stations, sustainable aviation fuel facilities, and greenfield manufacturing plants. Irfan Tayebaly and Vaseeq Khalid co-head the group and they boast strong commercial and financial expertise. Mikael Rahim is noted for his experience in handling REITs and Islamic financing, while Mehreen Manto engages in project construction, procurement, and maintenance.
Praxisleiter:
Irfan Tayebaly; Vaseeq Khalid
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mehreen Manto; Mikael Rahim
Referenzen
‚MTC has a good team that lead transactions in project finance and the energy sector.‘
‚Timely and quality delivery of work.‘
‚Vaseeq Khalid is exceptional with thorough understanding of legal issues pertaining to energy transactions.‘
Kernmandanten
K-Electric Limited
Askari Bank Limited
Asian Development Bank
Armstrong ZE (Private) Limited
IJARA Capital Partners Limited
Nizam Energy (Private) Limited
Mega Motor Company (Private) Limited
Bank Alfalah Limited
Bank AL Habib Limited
MCB Bank Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised a client on the provision of finance for an aggregate amount of USD77.4m to a special purpose vehicle to be incorporated by the Bio Tech Energy (Private) Limited in British Virgin Islands for the development, construction, operation, and ownership of a sustainable aviation fuel facility in Punjab, Pakistan.
- Acted as borrower’s legal counsel to Armstrong ZE (Private) Limited in relation to two project finance facilities: a USD25m loan from the International Finance Corporation and a PKR7bn Islamic diminishing Musharaka facility from a consortium of local banks, with Meezan Bank Limited serving as investment agent.
- Acted as transaction legal counsel in connection with PKR5.5bn in finance facilities availed by Sheikhoo Sugar Mills Limited from a consortium of Islamic and conventional financiers.
Nawaz Hussain Sikander
The team at Nawaz Hussain Sikander supports clients such as provincial governments, state-owned enterprises, and market leading contractors, and it boasts considerable experience advising on public-private partnership projects. Within the sector, the group has worked on landmark projects, advising on green travel matters, industrial services, and crucial infrastructure. Leading the team is Imran Nawaz Memon, who is noted for his ‘deep command of infrastructure and energy law’; he often works on urban development mandates and promotes regional connectivity in Pakistan. Mehrunnissa Katpar is another key figure within the team, advising on project finance instruments and complex concession agreements. Usman Siddiqui and Umed Ali Khamisani are other notable names.
Praxisleiter:
Imran Nawaz Memon
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mehrunnissa Katpar; Usman Siddiqui; Umed Ali Khamisani
Referenzen
‘Nawaz Hussain Sikander is a company with young, educated and energetic professionals. Their response time is incredible. They are good team players and working with them is always a pleasure experience. They are amenable to new and innovative ideas.’
‘One of NHS partners, Mehrunnisa Katpar, has worked on one of my projects as a legal advisor. It was indeed an incredible experience working with her. This is a unique quality. As a team leader on the project, I was benefitted by her quality of responding promptly.’
‘We engaged Nawaz Hussain Sikander for legal advisory on several PPP and infrastructure projects. What distinguishes their team is the level of involvement and responsiveness they maintain across all stages of the transaction. From initial structuring through to drafting, negotiation, and implementation, their advice has remained consistent and commercially sound.‘
Kernmandanten
The World Bank Group
Punjab Masstransit Authority
ZKB Development and Management Company (Private) Limited
Kainatt Enterprises
Surjani Industrial Development (Private) Limited
The Planning & Development Department – Government Of Sindh
The Punjab Transport Company
Karachi Development Authority
The Balochistan Public-Private Partnership Authority
Sindh Mass Transit Authority, Government of Sindh
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised the Punjab Transport Company on their landmark pilot project with respect to the procurement and operations of 27 electric buses in the city of Lahore, Pakistan.
- Supported the Concessionaire of the ‘Marble City Karachi’ project with negotiating, finalising, and executing the concession agreement for the same, and provided legal advisory services as and when required.
- Advised a client on the ‘Malir Expressway Project – Phase I,’ one of the most significant large-scale infrastructure projects in Pakistan.
Liaquat Merchant Associates
With extensive expertise in supporting LNG-based projects, the team at Liaquat Merchant Associates provides a comprehensive offering in the LNG supply chain, including advising on LMA standards, cost implications, and jurisdictional validity. Faresa Jafarey Ahsan leads the team and routinely provides advice on navigating the legal landscape in regard to the power and energy sector. Working alongside her, Hira Ahmad regularly advises on infrastructure transactions, and Syed Shayan Ahmed is noted for his work in the high courts of Pakistan.
Praxisleiter:
Faresa Jafarey Ahsan
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Syed Shayan Ahmed; Hira Ahmad
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‚Highly professional, diversified team. Knowledge of the Petroleum and Gas laws. Billing practice is excellent.‘
‚Good understanding of the needs of the client, whether a government owned entity or a private party, always discussing every point at length.‘
‚Their understanding of the law of the land and the International Law.‘
Kernmandanten
Sui Southern Gas Company Limited
Karachi Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited
Sui Southern Gas Company Alternate Energy
Pakistan LNG Limited
Bahria Foundation
Karachi Hydrocarbon
SSGC LPG Limited
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- Advised Sui Southern Gas Company Limited on matters relating to the LNG Services Agreement regarding the operator’s obligation w.r.t conducting acceptance test of substituted FSRU and appointment of expert.
- Advised SSGC LPG, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sui Southern Gas Company, on a complex pre-arbitration dispute arising out of a demurrage claim under the contractual documents executed with the supplier.
- Advised Sui Southern Gas Company Limited on payment of sale proceeds of sellers working interest under the Gas Supply and Purchase Agreement entered between the client and sellers of gas in the Badin-IV South region.
Vellani & Vellani
Jointly spearheaded by Badaruddin F Vellani, Tariq Nasir, and Javaid Akhtar, the team at Vellani & Vellani regularly advises international and domestic financial institutions, offering support in power generation and port infrastructure. The firm has a wealth of experience in acting as the lenders counsel in mandates surrounding including wind, solar, and LNG import terminals. The group has a particular interest in oil and gas, advising clients on the commercialisation of gas fields and petroleum licenses, with the Islamabad office focusing on renewable energy.
Praxisleiter:
Badaruddin F. Vellani; Tariq Nasir; Javaid Akhtar
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‚Very thorough and in-depth knowledge of oil and gas industry, legal and regulatory framework and stakeholders.‘
‚Javaid Akhtar is Senior Partner who advises on oil and gas matters. He has deep knowledge of industry and suggests practical solutions. I have found him to be highly reliable and trustworthy in any advice that he gives, within the budget.‘
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- Represented a syndicate of lenders led by the Bank of Punjab in relation to providing financing of an amount of USD33.18m to GH2 Industries Private Limited.
Samdani & Qureshi
SAMDANI QURESHI AQLAAL remains active, advising on large hydropower, hydel, and wind power generation projects. The group is well placed to support both private companies and government offices, and the team is lauded for its ‘professionalism and approachability’. Azm Ali leads the team with experience across a comprehensive range of infrastructure and PPP projects, including work in the solar and water supply sectors. Hamid L. Sharif is another key name within the group, noted for their work in IPPS and international development. Farrukh Karim Qureshi is also a notable contact.
Praxisleiter:
Azm Ali
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Hamid L. Sharif; Farrukh Karim Qureshi
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‘What really sets this team apart is how approachable and responsive they are, without compromising on technical depth.‘
‚Azm Ali has been outstanding – responsive, thoughtful, and always a step ahead in anticipating needs. It’s this mix of professionalism and approachability that really sets them apart from others I’ve worked with.’
‚They understand the sector well, give practical, business-minded advice, and are easy to work with. Compared to others, they’re more collaborative and open to tailoring their support to what the client actually needs. ’
Kernmandanten
China Three Gorges South Asia Investment Limited
Karot Power Company (Private) Limited
Associated Technologies (Private) Limited
PPP Unit, Government of Sindh
Alternative Energy Development Board
PPIB
Iqra University
Central Power Purchasing Agency
Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organization
Bank of Khyber
UEP Wind Power (Private) Limited
Intelligence Bureau Employees Housing Society
Power Swap Company (Private) Limited
Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Limak Construction Industry and Trade Inc.
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- Advising on the 720 MW Karot Hydropower Project, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, which has a total project cost of approximately USD1.8bn.
- Advising the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on the international competitive bidding for the development of three separate Integrated Tourism Zones on PPP mode; preparation of RFP document, which includes the concession agreement and other project documents, and award of the project leading to the financial close of the projects.
- Advising the Government of Sindh on the financial closing of a public-private partnership-based water supply project; the project, spanning approximately 60km from Nabisar to Vajihar in Sindh, has a total cost of around USD190m.