German Public Sector Newsletter: March 20213 March 2021
Our German Regulatory team publish a regular newsletter offering insights into changes and challenges within the public sector in Germany.
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Quarantine hotels: adopt sensible measures and seek expert advice3 March 2021
In a feature article for EG, Barry Hembling discusses the recent changes to the quarantine measures put in place by the UK Government and the measures travellers should take.
Hydrogen in the UK3 March 2021
In the fourth article in our ‘Hydrogen – What is the hype about?’ series, we offer an overview of the current state of play for hydrogen in the UK, expectations for a future national strategy and implications for the energy, transport and real estate sectors.
WFW advises Blue Elephant on acquisition of large Greek solar parks2 March 2021
This transaction marks Blue Elephant’s entry into the Greek renewable energy market, and includes the largest operational solar park in Greece, with an overall capacity of 38 MWp.
LIBOR Transition – Implications for Islamic Finance2 March 2021
This article covers the issues arising from the discontinuation of LIBOR for Islamic finance transactions and considers some potential solutions that may benefit industry participants, particularly providers of Islamic finance.
WFW advises Denker & Wulf on acquisition of WEB Andresen2 March 2021
The acquisition expands Denker & Wulf’s onshore wind portfolio into Germany’s North Friesland, taking control of planning and operational management services to WEB Andresen’s 30 community wind farms and five substations.
WFW advises FEWA on financing of largest water desalination plant in Umm al Quwain1 March 2021
We advised the Federal Electricity and Water Authority of the UAE on the successful procurement and completion of the project financing for the largest water desalination plant.
DIFC-LCIA Updated Arbitration Rules1 March 2021
The DIFC-LCIA has issued updated arbitration rules which came into force on 1 January 2021. This article outlines the key changes.
Hotels: Investment Alignment Webinar Series – Episode 210 March 2021
As hotel investors find themselves seeking more operational knowledge and a louder voice, how can the partnership between hotel owners and brands realign for better balance, fairer risk sharing and greater flexibility?
The EU Taxonomy for Sustainable Investments – Energy25 February 2021
In the third article of our sector series on the EU Taxonomy Regulation for Sustainable Investments, we set out the key concepts introduced by the Taxonomy Regulation and explain what this means for market participants in the energy sector.
Could India be the next financing and leasing hub for aircraft?25 February 2021
In this article, we examine recent steps taken by the Government of India to pave the way for lessors to set up operations in the country.
The Sustainability Imperative – Part 123 February 2021
Drawing on a series of in-depth interviews and a global survey of 545 senior industry leaders, our report examines the shipping world’s views on sustainability and governance and what actions it is taking as result.
