Our firm has more than 20 years' experience in advising potential investors in a wide range of energy projects ranging from onshore and offshore oil and gas exploration operations to renewable energy projects. We have up-to-date knowledge and experience of the relevant national, EU and international legal and regulatory environment applying to all types of energy projects. Our specialists in public procurement have extensive experience in assisting clients in preparing and submitting tenders to the relevant government authorities and in subsequent negotiations and finalisation of contracts.

Our aim is to help clients identify profitable opportunities and exploit them as effectively as possible. We have assisted several leading participants in the energy market with projects such as applications for exploration licences, public procurement procedures and the negotiation and drafting of all types of energy agreements, including public contracts with joint operation agreements and energy suppliers or drilling contractors.

Our unmatched tax expertise allows us to advise clients on the most tax-effective structuring arrangements, taking account of the international nature of the industry and the various tax regimes involved. In addition, we have long experience in dealing with the regulatory bodies involved in the monitoring of compliance with the requirements of Cyprus and EU environment, energy and oil and gas legislation.

Our legal advice and assistance to individuals, businesses and state authorities cover all aspects of energy operations and activities including:

• Oil and gas law
• National and EU energy law
• Public procurement procedures
• Negotiation with state authorities, operating agreements and resolution of disputes
• EU funding opportunities
• Taxation
• Securities law
• Creation of corporate structures
• Regulation of business transactions