WFW advises SMT on acquisition of Volvo Construction Equipment GB dealership20 September 2017
We are delighted to have assisted SMT on their first UK acquisition and such an important step in their international growth strategy.
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Thailand Ratifies Montreal Convention5 September 2017
Now that Thailand has ratified the Montreal Convention 1999, the way in which claims are handled, addressed and resolved will change significantly.
Legal Professional Privilege and Investigations – a Guide21 August 2017
Companies facing investigation by organisations such as HMRC or the SFO will be subject to extensive demands for internal documentation. In such cases, legal professional privilege is often the only basis for resisting disclosure of the documents sought.
Changes to US Sanctions on Russia May Affect Business Relationships9 August 2017
The US recently enacted new sanctions on Russia, Iran and North Korea. These are likely to have significant consequences on certain sectors of the Russian economy as well as the ability of certain Russian companies to operate outside the country.
WFW advises EWE EE on its acquisition of TurboWind Energie1 August 2017
This acquisition represents an important step forward in EWE’s strategic growth plans in the renewable energy sector.
ExxonMobil penalty assessment illustrates perils of dealing with sanctioned officers and directors26 July 2017
On July 20, 2017, the US Department of Treasury’s Office… Read more
New Tobacco Regulation in Thailand6 July 2017
The new Tobacco Products Control Act came into effect in July 2017. It curtails tobacco advertising and will make it difficult for new brands or products to access the Thai market.
US Sanctions Bill May Affect Russian Economic Sectors26 June 2017
A recent Bill passed by the US Senate imposes economic sanctions on Russia. If passed into law, it may affect the country’s industry and the ability of non-Russian entities to do business with it.
Update: Changes to the Regulatory Framework for Non-Performing Loans in Greece13 June 2017
The Hellenic Parliament has introduced key changes in relation to the establishment and operation of loan asset management companies.
Crackdown on Bid-Rigging in Belgian Railway/Power Sector10 May 2017
The Belgian Competition Authority has broken up a cartel between five energy firms for manipulating bids in a railway infrastructure contracts.
DIFC Alert – May 20179 May 2017
This alert discusses new licensing arrangements, whereby unregulated DIFC companies and firms may now obtain licenses to operate in mainland Dubai.
WFW advises DIF on wind project portfolio sale to ERG13 March 2017
International law firm Watson Farley & Williams (“WFW”) has advised DIF Erneuerbare Energien 1 GmbH and. . .
