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Allens maintains top spot as Australia's leading project financing legal adviser
The firm advised on a number of transactions over the period, including: the sponsors on the refinancing of the Kwinana gas fired power station in Western Australia; the syndicate of lenders on ...
Allens advises Crestone on acquisition by LGT Group
Crestone was established in 2016 following a management buyout at UBS Wealth Management’s Australia unit, and provides wealth advice and portfolio management services to high net worth clients, ...
Clarifying aspects of the Thin Capitalisation Rules and Debt Deduction Creation Rules
In this Insight, we provide clarity to tax managers, CFOs and commercial managers seeking to evaluate the cost/benefits of undertaking a transaction, particularly with a related party. ...
Minimum fines of $10 million – why compliance with the Franchising Code is now more important than ever
In April this year, highly anticipated increases to the financial penalties for contravening the Franchising Code (the Code) came into effect. As a result of these changes, it's essential that business review their franchise agreements to ensure they remain compliant with the Franchising Code. ...
Get verified: The Digital ID Bill offering verification efficiencies with increased privacy and security
An overview of the Proposed Digital ID System under the Digital ID Bill 2023, including its accreditation and participation requirements, increased overlap of privacy obligations and proposed regulatory powers. ...
Settlement stage common fund orders receive the green light
Common fund orders are back following a unanimous decision of the Full Federal Court that they are permissible when sought at the settlement stage of a class action. ...
The down low on hydrogen policy and regulation in Australia
We consider the current policy and regulatory landscapes governing the hydrogen industry in the Australian Environmental Review's special edition on hydrogen (first published in vol 36(6) of the Australian Environment Review). ...
Big changes incoming: consultation opens on amendments to the PPSA
The Federal Government has invited public consultation on its proposed changes to the Personal Property Securities Act 2009 (Cth). The changes are extensive, and will implement most of the 394 recommendations from the 2015 Whittaker Review. ...
The growing importance of ESG due diligence
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are a major focus of many companies, their stakeholders and regulators. Companies are exploring how to embrace the opportunities that may arise from a well-executed ESG strategy and navigate the risks that ESG issues present, particularly in a period of evolving laws and standards, stakeholder expectations and shareholder activism. ...
Report: Vietnam LNG sector update: October 2023
Vietnam’s need for LNG projects is greater than ever due to instability of the power system, power shortages caused by delayed investment of other power projects and energy security requirements. This article provides an overview of the liquefied natural gas market in Vietnam ...