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The infrastructure and energy sector is a key driver for the Indian economy and is responsible for propelling India’s overall development and enjoys intense focus from the Government for initiating policies that would ensure time-bound creation of world class infrastructure in the country. As part of its global commitments, India is also moving towards cleaner and greener energy sources and so there is a lot of energy transition taking place across the infrastructure industries both in terms of raw materials, R&D technologies, Make in India and PLI incentives for manufacturers and better linkages. As part of this whole transitions Dentons Link Legal (formerly Link Legal) has been in the forefront of understanding new technologies, new regulations, and transitions that clients need to make to stay compliant with various applicable laws. We have traditionally been focused on our infrastructure & energy practise and enjoy a band 1 presence across the energy, projects and infrastructure practices.

We have over the last two decades acted for some pathbreaking greenfield and brownfield infrastructure and energy projects for parties on all sides of Projects and transactions, enabling us to bring to our clients a broad perspective on deals and a strong understanding of the market.

We provide strategic advice across all areas of Projects, including conceptualisation, PPP advisory, risk analysis and management, bid processes, due diligences, foreign investment structures and joint ventures, company/SPV incorporation, project development, project acquisitions and exits, EPC & O&M contracts, bankability and project and corporate finance, project claims and dispute management be it in judicial forums or quasi-judicial forums and dispute resolution (including advise on arbitration and medication nuances, techniques and projections)), various environmental issues– for a range of clients, including project sponsors, developers, contractors, multi-laterals, MNCs, banks and financial institutions, governments and other public bodies. We also advise clients on all project related contractual issues during construction and operations.

Having advised on numerous infrastructure deals across varied sectors, we know the intricacies and nuances of Projects, and work with our clients to find innovative solutions that achieve their goals.

We have been traditionally involved in a number of "first of a kind" transactions, working alongside our clients to innovate and provide strategic advice so as to develop an appropriate commercial framework to capture the value within the energy transition chain. Dentons Link Legal (formerly Link Legal) is the “go to” firm in the Indian market for its very solution oriented and commercially savvy infrastructure and energy practise.

Our diverse sector involvement across the infrastructure sector spans across multiple sectors such as:

Airports:

Our experience includes advising on the development and financing of airport projects, restructuring and privatisations in the airport sector, airport expansions and upgrades, AERA related regulatory issues, airport concessions and EPC & O&M contracts pertaining to the airport sector. We also advise on several sub-businesses within the Airports ecosystem including on cargo, ground handling, retail, in-flight kitchen, IT systems, commercial property development and the like. We are proud of our unmatched credentials and a market leading practice in the Airport sector when compared with our peers.

Energy and Clean Energy:

On energy projects, our experience spreads across all aspects relating to conventional sources such as thermal, and greener sources of energy such as renewables wind, solar (including off-grid and rooftop solar projects), hybrid power, hydro power, bio-mass, waste-to-energy and the areas of both generation and transmission, as well as green hydrogen projects. On oil & gas projects, it covers upstream, midstream and downstream projects, LNG projects and various trading and transmission related work. We are also actively advising clients in the EV space including energy storage, electric vehicles work. The firm also advises on carbon credit and ESG goals (which India needs to be compliant with) as part of its overall energy practise.

Regulatory:

We have also a very strong energy regulatory practise that deals with various nuances of extremely complex tariff regulations for airports, ports, telecom and energy, both technical and legal issues. The Firm has been instrumental in getting many landmark orders for its clients. With our understanding of the statutes and regulations that affect the power, renewable energy, oil & gas, LNG, hydrogen and pipeline and electric transmission markets, our lawyers are able to help clients identify important regulatory considerations, develop strategies to address regulatory issues and implement those strategies.

Ports and Logistics:

Our work on the development of Ports has included full advice on all of the relevant Port concession and sub-concession documents, for both major and minor ports, including advising on, drafting and negotiating contracts for construction work, construction of jetties and other port facilities and port operations, port acquisitions, investments, port tenders and contracts for various services at port locations and financing of various ports.

Roads and Construction:

We have a market leading practice in this sector. We have advised on the development and financing of various road projects, acquisitions, and other complex infrastructure related issues including dispute resolution and representation in various road projects.

We have a dedicated construction team that focuses on various aspects of construction issues that emerge in infrastructure projects. They are regularly advising clients on claims management and contract management issues and also representing these clients before arbitrations and other judicial forums.

Rail (including metro rail):

We have advised on various aspects of rail and metro rail projects, including investments, delivery, station developments, railways procurement, O&M of rail systems and infrastructure, procurement issues and joint venture issues involving both government and private entities.

Water and Waste management:

Dentons Link Legal (formerly Link Legal) has advised on various types of water and waste management projects. These include tendering and development of water and sold waste treatment plants, waste to energy plants, investments and exits from existing plants, advising project sponsors in developing these plants and supporting other financial institutions.

Industrial corridors/ Smart cities, Urban development, real estate, digital infrastructure etc.:

Dentons Link Legal (formerly Link Legal) has advised on various aspects of urban development projects such as project conceptualization, regulatory framework, public interest issues to be dealt with, land acquisition and land pooling, joint development, mortgages, sale and agreements to sell, development and implementation on smart cities, smart grids aimed at digital infrastructure, regulatory framework and disputes in these sectors.

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Recognition

Asialaw Leading Lawyers 2024 Rankings

September 17, 2024

Delighted to share that our Partners have been recognised for their exceptional expertise in their respective practice areas in the asialaw Leading Lawyers 2024 Rankings.

India Business Law Journal 2024 Rankings

May 31, 2024

Delighted to share that Dentons Link Legal has been recognized in the prestigious India Business Law Journal’s Indian Law Firm Awards 2024 as Winner in the practice areas of Aviation, Corporate & Commercial, Energy & Natural Resources, Infrastructure & Projects.

Chambers Global 2024 rankings

March 27, 2024

India: We are pleased to share that Dentons Link Legal has been ranked across 4 practice areas in the Chambers Global 2024 rankings. Also, our Executive Chairman, Atul Sharma, Managing Partners Nusrat Hassan and Anand Srivastava and Partner Milind Jha have been ranked and recognised in their respective practice areas in the Global Legal Guide 2024 by Chambers and Partners.

Insights

Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Update

July 10, 2024

India: Currently, India’s carbon capture initiatives are limited, with pilot projects underway but no commercial-scale CCUS operations. Challenges such as the absence of policy incentives, a lack of established business models, and insufficient infrastructure for CO2 transportation and storage hinder progress. To advance CCUS in India, a comprehensive policy framework is essential, supporting scalable projects across the industrial sectors critical to India’s economic and environmental future.

Legal500 Country Comparative Guides India: Environmental Social and Governance

May 28, 2024

India: The guide serves as an essential resource for understanding the evolving ESG landscape in India. We are proud to share our expertise and contribute to the global conversation on sustainable and responsible business practices.

RICS Mediation Training Programme, India

May 13, 2024

Dentons Link Legal is pleased to partner with RICS Dispute Resolution Service and India International Arbitration Centre (IIAC) to introduce the RICS Mediation Training Programme India to support the implementation of the Mediation Act 2023. This training programme provides delegates with a comprehensive appreciation of both facilitative and evaluative mediation principles. Delivered in bitesize units this course will ensure delegates develop real world professional skills that they can apply to their working and personal lives.

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