WFW advises Helios on c.100 MW Spanish PV acquisition and financing18 June 2020
The transaction was represents Helios’ entry into the Spanish renewables market.
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Post-Brexit Immigration2 June 2020
In this article we discuss the UK’s post-Brexit immigration rules, and the ways businesses can prepare for the end of free movement.
US Maritime Sanctions Advisory: Navigating Choppy Waters26 May 2020
In May 2020, OFAC, the US State Department and US Coast Guard issued a joint Sanctions Advisory for the Maritime Industry.
Going nuclear: showing a real risk of dissipation when seeking a freezing order14 May 2020
In this article we consider the English Court of Appeal’s decision in Lakatamia Shipping Company Limited v Morimoto on applications for freezing orders and demonstrating a risk of dissipation.
Recovering from COVID-19 – Lessons Learnt for the UK Construction Industry13 May 2020
As the construction industry prepares itself for the gradual return to the “new normal”, this note considers the lessons learnt from the last two months.
COVID-19 and its effect on listed companies12 May 2020
This note summarises the key temporary changes to the regulatory framework for companies listed in the UK that have been announced to date in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and provides suggestions on how such companies might mitigate the disruption from COVID-19 including the use of virtual AGMs.
Decision 13: Insights into the future of Vietnam’s solar industry11 May 2020
This article summarises the key provisions of the long-awaited Decision 13 and discusses its implications for the Vietnamese solar energy market.
Cancellation, notices and the prevention principle in shipbuilding contracts30 April 2020
In a judgment handed down today, WFW acted for the successful party on an appeal to the English Commercial Court on key questions concerning SAJ Form shipbuilding contracts (SBCs). This article explores the judgment.
Cleared for take-off: Thailand’s carriers resume domestic flights29 April 2020
From 1 May 2020, Thailand’s airlines can resume domestic flights. In this article, we discuss issues which should be considered and addressed on the resumption of domestic flights.
COVID-19 and implementing UK planning permissions23 April 2020
This article considers the new permitted development rights for emergency development and reflects on key issues for developers still not yet addressed by the UK Government in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sign me up, log me in, let me begin: The rise of digital signatures23 April 2020
This article explains the difference between an electronic signature and a digital signature, what digital signatures look like, how they work and why they are more secure than ‘simple’ electronic signatures.
Suspension of courts’ operations in Greece22 April 2020
This article discusses developments on the Courts’ operation in Greece, after the suspension of all judicial activities since March, due to the COVID-19 emergency measures.
