Francis Patalong

Transport, Energy & Revolving Synergy

The final Law Update of 2022 is here, and it’s packed full of articles. The double edition features two focus areas, first is a spotlight on Energy and Resources and second we feature a collection of articles on Transport and Logistics. The developments occurring in these sectors in the MENA region are unprecedented and our lawyers cover vast themes for you.

The Energy and Resources focus features topics such as diversifying energy resources, solar PV, mining in the Middle East, renewable energy and green hydrogen. From a transport perspective, we draw attention to the Bahrain metro project, discuss the challenges and remedies associated with the repossession of an aircraft, and there is advice on what to consider should a party vary the terms of a shipping contract.

This edition navigates you through updates from across jurisdictions such as, Oman, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Iraq, Qatar, and the UAE. Each article is timely and provides insights into legal issues and cases that are affecting these sectors across the region.

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Biography

Francis Patalong is a Senior Associate in the Corporate Commercial practice in our Riyadh office.

Frank has broad experience of acting for government departments, authorities, sponsors, developers and contractors on complex projects in the power, defence, transport and social infrastructure sectors as well as general corporate and commercial matters in a variety of jurisdictions including UK, South Africa and KSA.

Recent Experience

Advising several major international principals in the automotive and pharmaceutical sectors on the renegotiation/deregistration of distribution agreements in KSA.
Advising project management companies on the Riyadh Metro Project and the North South Railway line.
Advised major international port developer on its joint venture with state investment fund in KSA.
Advising on several franchise agreements in the food/beverage and real estate sectors.
Advised several international companies on advertising regulations and product placement in KSA.