The Hong Kong Convention, EU regulation and outstanding legal issues in various states
Partner Dr Clemens Hillmer published an article in the magazine HANSA (08/2023) on the impact of the Hong Kong Convention.
Author: Sam Abreo Archive
Snacks: Digestible Weekly Labour News – Issue 121
Read the 121st edition of our weekly update on Italian labour law.
WFW further strengthens Singapore disputes offering with new senior hire
Highly respected dispute resolution and international arbitration expert Guy Hardaker has joined the firm as a Consultant in Singapore.
Proud to be an Ally
Visible and active allyship can have a transformative affect on LGBT+ people at work, which is why it is a key area of focus for PROUD. Since launching their ‘How to be an effective LGBT+ Ally’ guide in 2021, the network has organised a range of activities to help colleagues learn from the experiences of LGBT+ people and share simple steps that people can take to show their support.
Balancing ESG Risks and Opportunities: Why Measure Impact?
In this article, Sarah Ellington discusses the need for and benefits of effective measurement and monitoring of the impact of ESG measures.
WFW advises Guinea as US$24bn Simandou Project core documents signed
US$24bn Simandou, on which we are advising the Republic of Guinea, hit a major milestone last week with the signing of the core transaction documents.
Snacks: Digestible Weekly Labour News – Issue 120
Read the 120th edition of our weekly update on Italian labour law.
WFW continues to excel in energy and infrastructure league tables
We have another strong set of results in the H1 2023 energy and infrastructure league table rankings.
UK visa fees and penalties for illegal working to rise significantly
This article outlines the UK government’s confirmed plans to increase UK visa fees and penalties for illegal working.
Deep Seabed Mining Insights: Potential Pitfalls with a “Precautionary Pause” to Deep Seabed Mining
As the International Seabed Authority concluded Part II of its 28th Session, a number of member States continue to call for a “precautionary pause” on deep seabed mining activities. This article examines this proposal and potential legal issues should it go ahead.
