Grahame Nelson

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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Grahame Nelson

Partner, Head of Office - Al Khobar

Biography

Grahame Nelson is a Partner in the Corporate Commercial practice in Saudi Arabia. Grahame is also a member of the Healthcare, Rail and Projects groups.

Grahame has over 30 years’ experience gained in the UK, Australia and the Middle East focusing on the energy and resources sector, electricity, banking, major corporatisation and privatisation projects, competition law and regulatory issues.

Grahame is also experienced in significant debt financing and equity arrangements for major projects, and is experienced in joint ventures and complex loan and security documentation. He also advises on Saudi law regulatory issues, including those related to M&A and Competition Law.

Recent Experience

The General Authority of Civil Aviation in relation to the corporatisation of King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh
A leading Saudi-US company in relation to a joint venture relating to the expansion of its refinery operations in Saudi Arabia
A leading Korean motor vehicle group in relation to the establishment of manufacturing operations in Saudi Arabia
A Saudi government and Singapore government owned company in relation to the construction of a container facility at the Port of Dammam.
A Saudi government owned company in connection with contract issues arising out of the construction of a major power and water production facility in KSA.