A&L Goodbody LLP’s projects and infrastructure team has built a strong reputation for advising on all stages of complex domestic and cross-border projects, from planning and procurement to construction, operation, and decommissioning. In addition to this, the team handles a high volume of financing, refinancing and M&A transactions in this area. Ross Moore specialises in the regulatory and financial aspects of gas and energy projects and co-heads the team with Conor Owens, who advises on the full range of contentious and non-contentious construction matters. John Dallas has extensive experience of working with lenders and developers on the financing of projects, while Enda O’Keeffe and Eamonn Gill focus on construction-related disputes. David McElroy and Jamie Rattigan are other key contacts.
Projects and PPP in Ireland
A&L Goodbody LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Conor Owens; Ross Moore
Autres avocats clés:
Enda O’Keeffe; John Dallas; Eamonn Gill; David McElroy; Jamie Rattigan
Les références
‘The individuals we deal with at ALG are extremely knowledgeable within their areas of expertise, which is extremely important to our business, as we receive best-in-class advice.’
‘The team is very strong and knowledgeable, with a wealth of experience in this area – a safe pair of hands for any PPP.’
‘Ross Moore and Conor Owens are excellent in this area and great to deal with. Enda O’Keeffe is also a very safe pair of hands, particularly on more contentious issues. Overall, the team is very strong.’
Principaux clients
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Codling Wind Park
CVC Credit Partners Investment Management Limited
Echelon Data Centres
Enva, backed by Exponent Private Equity
Glenveagh Properties plc
Irish Water/Ervia
Kilkenny Cheese Limited
Parkwind NV/Oriel Windfarm Limited
Sustainable Development Capital Limited
The European Investment Bank
Danske Bank A/S
BNP Paribas S.A., Dublin Branch
Barclays Ireland Bank PLC
Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII)
UCD Property Development Company Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised TII on the procurement and construction of the new MetroLink project valued at over €3,500,000,000.
- Advised the club of Irish and international lenders (the European Investment Bank, Danske Bank A/S, BNP Paribas and Barclays Bank Ireland plc) on all aspects of the project financing of the Celtic Interconnector, the proposed 700MW electricity interconnector between Ireland and France.
- Advised Kilkenny Cheese Limited on the development, operation and project financing of a circa €200m continental cheese-manufacturing facility in Co Kilkenny.
Arthur Cox
The sizeable team at Arthur Cox has a well-rounded projects and infrastructure practice that assists clients with the planning and development of new projects, as well as the acquisition, disposal and operation of brownfield projects. The team is particularly strong in the energy sector, handling some of the largest financing and development mandates in this area. Practice head Aaron Boyle handles infrastructure projects in the transport and telecoms sectors, while Alex McLean’s practice has a specific focus on the energy sector. Niav O’Higgins and Karen Killoran have significant experience of handling the full range of contentious and non-contentious matters in the construction sector. Other notable members of the team include Niamh McGovern and Danielle Conaghan.
Responsables de la pratique:
Aaron Boyle
Autres avocats clés:
Alex McLean; Niamh McGovern; Niav O’Higgins; Karen Killoran; Danielle Conaghan
Les références
‘The team could pull from first-hand experience to help us navigate contractual queries.’
‘Niamh McGovern has been my first port of call for legal queries. She will return calls or answer queries promptly. She offers a professional and high-quality service.’
‘The Arthur Cox team has extensive and unparalleled knowledge of renewable energy projects. Working with them inspires confidence in the team here, knowing that the advice received is sound.’
Principaux clients
John Laing
National Broadband Ireland
Power Capital
Celtic Roads Group
Corio
Intel FAB Extension Project
Greenlink Interconnector Limited
Invesis
Orsted
Ardstone
Meta
LDA
Department of Environment, Climate and Communications
FuturEnergy Ireland
Irish Social Housing Property II
EIB Celtic Interconnector
Bord Na Mona
Principaux dossiers
- Advised John Laing on all aspects of its acquisition of AMP’s Irish assets – Towercom, Valley Healthcare and the Convention Centre Dublin PPP.
- Advising National Broadband Ireland on a day-to-day basis regarding the deployment of the National Broadband Plan.
- Assisted Greenlink with its interconnector project between Ireland and Great Britain.
Eversheds Sutherland
Eversheds Sutherland’s projects and PPP team is a go-to for state bodies and agencies looking for advice on projects in the social housing and education sectors. Another area of strength is advising private sector companies on the procurement of large infrastructure projects and data centres. Peter Curran has longstanding experience of advising public and private sector entities on the commercial and regulatory aspects of major PPP matters and jointly heads the team with energy sector expert Mark Varian. Conall McLoughlin is known for his expertise in construction and infrastructure law. Jennifer Burke advises government bodies on climate change projects, while Phelim McGeady focuses on acquisition and financing transactions in the construction sector. The team was further bolstered in February 2024 by the arrival of Seán Scally, who has significant strength in the development and financing of energy and infrastructure projects, from Matheson LLP.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mark Varian; Peter Curran
Autres avocats clés:
Conall McLoughlin; Jennifer Burke; Phelim McGeady; Seán Scally
Les références
‘The team work well together and communicate between different disciplines well, so the service is always full.’
‘Peter Curran has a wealth of experience in supporting clients with projects, so I always felt confident I was receiving reliable advice.’
‘The Eversheds team are always easy to work with and look to drive out success for their clients and partnering advisors.’
Principaux clients
National Development Finance Agency
Dublin City Council
Johnson & Johnson
Dublin Port Company
EirGrid
National Paediatric Hospital Development Board
Réseau de Transport d’Electricité
Irish Water
Gas Networks Ireland
Shell
Temporis Capital
Vinci Concessions/Abtran/Turas Mobility
TUV Rhineland
Macquarie Capital
Severn Trent Water
China General Nuclear
SMR International Windparks
Enercon
Sojitz Corporation
Craydel Group
Payzone Ireland
Derry City Council
Residential Tenancies Board
Ronan Group
Dublin Airport Authority
Avestus
Bristow Group
Conduent Solutions
Tusla
FuturEnergy Ireland
Commission for Regulation of Utilities
Department of Finance
Vantage Data Centers
Pure Data Centers
Allied Irish Banks plc
iGas Energy plc
Principaux dossiers
- Advised EirGrid and Réseau de Transport d’Électricité on their joint procurement and construction of the Celtic Interconnector between Ireland and France.
- Advised the National Development Finance Agency on a number of crucial higher education PPP projects.
- Advised Cyrus One on all its data centre developments across Europe.
Matheson LLP
Matheson LLP is frequently called upon by some of the largest domestic and international lenders and developers for advice on project financing and development in Ireland. The team handles projects across a variety of sectors, including education, healthcare, transport, energy, and telecoms. Practice head Garret Farrelly has extensive experience of advising some of the world’s largest financial institutions on complex infrastructure projects, while Rhona Henry specialises in project re-financing transactions. Conor Blennerhassett has significant expertise in offshore infrastructure, while Alison Bearpark and Owen Collins are other key contacts.
Responsables de la pratique:
Garret Farrelly
Autres avocats clés:
Conor Blennerhassett; Alison Bearpark; Owen Collins; Rhona Henry
Les références
‘The Matheson team was able to deliver fast and top-notch work in a challenging deal environment. They worked closely with our teams and provided seamless input as part of the broader legal team covering multiple jurisdictions. The team knows and abides by high international standards of quality and service.’
‘We worked closely with Garret Farrelly and his team, who provided outstanding work and a genuinely enjoyable collaboration, showcasing strong legal knowledge relating to Ireland and the specific sector at hand but also deep embeddedness in the business environment and regulatory context.’
‘Matheson has a rich breadth and depth in their team, each of whom can contribute towards the overall project.’
Principaux clients
Abbott
ACS Group
Air Liquide, SA
Amarenco
Allianz Capital Partners
Allied Irish Banks p.l.c.
AMP Capital Partners
Aramark Corporation
Astellas
Asterion Industrial
Aviva Investors
Amarenco
BBVA
Berkshire Hathaway
BL Energy Ventures Limited
Bord na Móna
Brookfield Multiplex Construction Europe Limited
Brookfield Renewable Ireland Limited
Burmeister & Wain Scandinavian Contractor A / S
Cadent Gas Limited
Capital Dynamics
Caterpillar Inc.
CGNEE
Clonmont Developments Limited
Close Brothers Ltd
Coillte
Commission for Regulation of Utilities
Credit Agricole
CRRC Qingdao Sifang Co., Limited
DNB Bank ASA
Dragados S.A.
Drogheda Port Company
Dromash Holdings Ltd
DZ Bank
e|net
EDF Renewables
EirGrid plc
Exolum Corporation, SA
Export Development Canada
Exxon Mobil
FCC Construcción, S.A.
First Reserve
First Quantum Minerals Limited
Fred. Olsen Renewables
General Electric Company
GE Capital
GLIL Infrastructure LLP
Go Ahead Group
GMC Utilities Group Limited
Greencoat Renewables plc
Hamburg Commercial Bank
Hanwha Energy Corporation
Hanwha Q Cells GmbH
Helios Technology Ltd
Hess LNG
Hewlett-Packard
Hines
Hones/APG ICAV
HSBC Bank plc
Indaver Ireland Limited
ING Bank
Intesa Sanpaolo
Iridium Concesiones de Infraestructuras, S.A.
Irving Oil Ltd
JCD Group
JJ Rhatigan Unlimited Company
John Laing
John Sisk & Son Limited/Sisk Group
JP Morgan (Dublin)
Kajima Partnerships
Keolis
KFW IPEX-Bank
Liffey Meats
Landis + Gyr
Lufthansa Cargo AG
Macquarie Capital/Macquarie Corporate Holdings Pty Limited (UK Branch)
Macquarie Asset Management/Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets
Microsoft Corporation
Mitsui & Co Ltd
MUFG Bank
National Treasury Management Agency
Naturgy Ltd
Nexen Energy ULC
NFE Management LLC
NGET/SPT Upgrades Limited
Ocean Winds
Octopus Renewables
OHLA
Ørsted
Partners Group (UK) Ltd.
Pat Smith Engineering Limited T/A PSE Power
Plenary Europe Limited
Rabobank
Ratio Petroleum Limited
Roche Diagnostics Limited
Roscommon County Council
Rubicon Infrastructure Advisers/GMC Utilities
Sacyr
Saorgus Energy Limited
Shannon LNG Ltd
Smart Wires, Inc
Smartest Energy Ltd
SMBC
SSE plc
Statkraft Ireland Ltd
Storm Management N.V.
TerraForm Power Inc
Tetra Communications Ireland
Temporis Capital
The Carbon and Energy Fund
The Ireland Strategic Investment Fund
The Renewables Infrastructure Group Ltd
Tynagh Energy Limited
Vermilion Energy, Inc
Warburg Pincus
William Grant & Sons Ltd
Woodside Energy Ltd
Zenith Energy
Ulster Bank
3i Investments plc
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Drogheda Port Company on the development of a new deep-water multi-modal port near Balbriggan, North Dublin.
- Advised Plenary Europe Limited on its bid for the Social Housing Bundle 3 PPP.
- Advised Ocean Winds and Bord na Móna on the development of the Celtic Horizon and Réalt na Mara offshore wind projects, as part of the second phase of offshore wind development in Ireland.
McCann FitzGerald LLP
Clients from both the public and private sectors turn to McCann FitzGerald LLP for advice on complex projects from a diverse set of sectors, including transport, energy, utilities, infrastructure, education, housing, real estate and telecoms. Eamonn O’Hanrahan and Colm Fanning jointly head the practice and boast substantial expertise in the financial aspects of public transport and social housing projects. Brendan Slattery regularly advises public sector bodies and regulatory authorities on planning and environmental law, while Stephen Proctor focuses on construction and engineering projects. Other key members of the team include seasoned litigator Michelle Doyle and public procurement law experts Kevin Kelly and Orlaith Sheehy.
Responsables de la pratique:
Eamonn O’Hanrahan; Colm Fanning
Autres avocats clés:
Kevin Kelly; Orlaith Sheehy; Brendan Slattery; Stephen Proctor; Michelle Doyle
Les références
‘Excellent project management, allocation of relevant resources, everything delivered promptly and excellent cross-functional approach.’
‘Orlaith Sheehy stands out for her ability to co-ordinate advice on various projects while staying focused and delivering on each to an excellent standard.’
‘I cannot speak highly enough of my experience with McCanns. The entire team demonstrated a high degree of professionalism and respect throughout our interaction.’
Principaux clients
Allied Irish Banks PLC
Apollo Global Management, LLC
Bank of Ireland
Bartra Capital Property
Bord na Móna PLC
Brookfield Renewable Partners
Coillte
Department of Education
Diageo
Dublin City Council
Electricity Supply Board
Energia
Ervia/Gas Networks Ireland
European Investment Bank
Galway County Council
Global Student Accommodation
Goldbeck Solar
Greencells Group
Greencoat Capital LLP/Greencoat Renewables PLC
Hammerson
Home Building Finance Ireland
Housing Finance Agency
Housing Infrastructure Services Company
Irish Water
John Sisk & Son
Jones Engineering
Land Development Agency
Macquarie Group
National Development Finance Agency
National Paediatric Hospital Development Board
National Transport Authority
National Treasury Management Agency
Office of Government Procurement
Office of Public Works
Rabobank
Road Safety Authority
Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland
Statkraft
Touax
Transport Infrastructure Ireland
Walls Construction
Ward and Burke Limited
Wicklow County Council
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted the National Development Finance Agency/Dublin City Council with the legal structuring of the Dublin District Heating Scheme project.
- Advised the National Paediatric Hospital Development Board on the design and construction of the New Children’s Hospital and Satellite Centres with a value in excess of €1bn.
- Assisted FuturEnergy Ireland with its funding requirements of €300m on a rolling basis to fund development expenditure of onshore wind projects.
William Fry LLP
William Fry LLP handles project development matters for a diverse roster of domestic and international clients that includes banks, state and semi-state bodies, developers, funds, and large manufacturing companies. The team provides a full-service offering, including advice on the planning, financing, regulatory, construction, and operational aspects of project development. Liam McCabe heads the practice and regularly advises investment houses on PPP projects. Jarleth Heneghan is known for his expertise in IT infrastructure projects, while Fergus Devine specialises in the energy and natural resources sectors. Other key members of the practice include Conor Linehan SC, Cassandra Byrne, and Bryanna Ryan, who specialises in the contractual aspects of construction and engineering projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Liam McCabe
Autres avocats clés:
Jarleth Heneghan; Fergus Devine; Conor Linehan SC; Cassandra Byrne; Bryanna Ryan
Les références
‘WF are very client focussed while being always commercially aware of issues in the construction sector. Commercial awareness and astute advice is their strongest USP.’
‘Always on top of the brief and the issues when providing advice.’
‘The William Fry projects and PPP team display unique industry insights and have consistently delivered a high standard of service.’
Principaux clients
Allied Irish Bank plc
Amarenco Solar
Aughinish Alumina
BlackRock
Bord Gáis
Bord na Móna
Brookfield Renewable Energy Group
Circle K (formerly Topaz)
Department of Public Expenditure & Reform
Department of Environment, Climate & Communications
Department for the Economy
Diageo
Digital Realty Trust
Dublin Airport Authority
Dublin City Council
Dublin City University
Dublin Institute of Technology
Dublin Port Company
Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council
Edwards Lifesciences
EirGrid plc
Electricity Supply Board
Enginenode Limited
European Investment Bank
Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited
Fingal County Council
FuturEnergy
Green Biofuels Ireland
Hammerson plc
Hines
King Street Capital
Irish Infrastructure Fund
KC Capital Property Group
Louth County Council
Merck Millipore Limited
MML Growth Capital Partners Limited
National Treasury Management Agency
National Asset Management Agency
Offaly County Council
Office of Government Procurement
Omnes Capital
SIRO Limited
South Dublin County Council
The Dutch Infrastructure Fund
The Governor and Company of the Bank of Ireland
The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
University College Dublin
Voltalia, SA
XL Group/QBE
Yew Grove REIT plc
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications on the National Broadband Plan, Ireland’s largest PPP project.
- Advised EirGrid on the Celtic Interconnector Project, the proposed 700MW Celtic Interconnector between Ireland and France.
- Advised Diageo on all aspects of the landmark St. James’ Gate Guinness Brewery site to be known as Guinness Quarter, a new urban quarter extending to approximately 12.5 acres of redevelopment in central Dublin.
ByrneWallace LLP
ByrneWallace LLP continues to strengthen its presence in the projects and infrastructure space by offering planning and development advice to clients from a diverse set of sectors, including real estate, energy, education, healthcare, transport, and technology. Practice head Fergal Ruane has longstanding experience of advising both public and private bodies on public procurement law, while Martin Cooney handles the full range of contentious and non-contentious matters related to construction law. Michael Walsh is the go-to person for advice on real estate projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Fergal Ruane
Autres avocats clés:
Martin Cooney; Michael Walsh
Les références
‘The team leverages diverse skills within the firm to bring knowledge and experience to bear to resolve client issues.’
‘Martin Cooney delivers well-considered advice and an ability to think strategically in guiding clients through complex projects.’
‘The people are excellent. I deal with Fergal Ruane and his team. Their advice is provided based on their significant expertise and experience. Their responsiveness is brilliant and provides advice in clear terms.’
Principaux clients
Ballymore Group
Hitachi Energy Ireland
Gyrogy Limited
Chartered Land
Failte Ireland
Irish Water/Ervia
Fingal County Council
Dublin City Council
National Paediatric Hospital Development Board
Principaux dossiers
- Advised an international private equity client on the design, build, finance, lease and operation of an 18MW data centre in Dublin.
- Advised Gridbeyond on on-site solar power purchase agreements and the development of battery energy storage systems.
- Advised an Irish consultancy firm on a number of design team lead consultancy appointments for various projects in connection with the design and build of a whiskey distillery in Co Sligo.
Mason Hayes & Curran LLP
Mason Hayes & Curran LLP has built a strong reputation for advising on some of Ireland's most important public sector projects for public sector companies, investors, and developers. The team is equally active in relation to commercial development and renewable energy projects. Rory Kirrane SC has extensive expertise in handling complex construction disputes, as well as representing clients before the Irish Commercial Court, and jointly heads the team with Eoin Cassidy, who specialises in the energy sector. Shane Dolan and Hannah Devoy handle the full range of contentious and non-contentious construction law-related matters. David Gunn and Muireann Hernon are also recommended.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rory Kirrane SC; Eoin Cassidy
Autres avocats clés:
Shane Dolan; Hannah Devoy; David Gunn; Muireann Hernon
Les références
‘Incredibly responsive, particularly for urgent matters, and excellent industry knowledge.’
‘The Mason Hayes & Curran team are exceptionally professional, but more importantly, extremely client-focused, more so than most. They can deliver their legal considerations and reviews in a way that is easier understood by the client, sometimes even regarding the most complex of legal issues.’
‘Shane Dolan is an excellent client manager and deploys resources swiftly.’
Principaux clients
SSE Renewables
SSE Generation Limited
Equitix
Torc Sustainable Housing
Amarenco Solar Ireland
Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale
Bank of Ireland
Irish Water
Hines
Allergan Pharmaceutical Ireland
IMRF Frascati Ltd Partnership
Statkraft Ireland
Centrica Business Solutions
Equisisk (a JV of Equitix and John Sisk & Son (Holdings) Limited)
John Sisk & Son (Holdings Limited)
Torc Sustainable Housing (a JV of Equitix and Kajima)
Bord na Móna
BAM Civil Limited
Dragados Ireland Limited
Coillte
FuturEnergy Ireland
Allied Irish Banks plc
Elgin Energy
Greencoat Renewables
Bord Gais Energy
Exyte
House Building Finance Ireland
Fortum eNext Ireland
Société Générale
ESB
Uisce Éireann
Tik Tok
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Torc, the successful bidder for the Social Housing Bundle 2 PPP, on various contractual matters relating to certifying completion of the project and also advising on finance and hedging arrangements.
- Advised Fortum eNext on its contract with South Dublin County Council to develop Ireland’s first large-scale district heating scheme.
- Advised Amarenco on the development and financing of a portfolio of eight solar parks in Ireland.
Philip Lee LLP
The projects and construction team at Philip Lee LLP works closely with the firm’s planning team to provide comprehensive advice on all aspects of project development, including environmental assessment, planning, procurement, documentation, financing, operation, and dispute resolution. Kerri Crossen specialises in PPP projects in the education, health, and transport sectors and co-heads the team with Jonathan Kelly, who advises on the financial aspects of infrastructure projects. Angelyn Rowan has specific expertise in social housing projects, while Hugh Cummins’s specialism lies in the energy and utilities sectors.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kerri Crossen; Jonathan Kelly
Autres avocats clés:
Laura Mullen; Hugh Cummins; Patrick Kane; Angelyn Rowan
Les références
‘I cannot commend the Philip Lee team highly enough. They allocate the most experienced resources to the various legal work streams. They are very client-focused. They always act in a fair and balanced manner. This is consistent throughout the practice at all levels.’
‘Kerri Crossen is very professional and approachable. She can provide clear instructions and advice. She values the wider relationship and is very receptive to introducing me to potential partners.’
‘Philip Lee LLP is a specialist in PPP and construction law and a great resource. While they have an in-depth knowledge of the law, the team have an in-depth knowledge of PPPs, which means that they are an accessible resource through the contract from beginning to end.’
Principaux clients
Equitix
National Development Finance Agency (NDFA)
Port of Cork
Health Service Executive
John Sisk and Son
Kajima Partnerships Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the National Treasury Management Agency and the NDFA on Social Housing 4 and 5 PPP Bundles.
- Advised Equitix and Kajima Partnerships on their tender for Social Housing 3 PPP Bundle.
LK Shields Solicitors LLP
LK Shields Solicitors LLP remains active in the projects and PPP space, advising clients on procurement and the drafting and negotiation of construction contracts. The team is particularly strong in the social housing sector, acting on behalf of multiple developers and funders in relation to high-value projects. Practice head Jamie Ritchie regularly advises on consortium arrangements and third-party funded projects. Seanna Mulrean specialises in construction projects in the telecoms sector. Cian O'Lionaird left the firm.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jamie Ritchie
Autres avocats clés:
Seanna Mulrean
Les références
‘The team is now a well-established and ever-growing presence in the Irish market and further afield. The team can draw on legal and industry expertise all in one place.’
‘Jamie Ritchie is a well-established, renowned and trusted solicitor in his chosen work. In any dealings that one ever has with him, he is very adept and astute in the construction law. His answers are well thought out and he provides considered and top-tier advice. He has seemingly a natural ability to understand an issue, understand the business, and bring these two sometimes opposing needs together to form well-structured, sound, and diligent legal and commercial advice.’
‘The team is very knowledgeable, proactive and tactically minded.’
Principaux clients
Kajima Ireland Limited
Glasgiven Contracts Limited
Elkstone Capital Partners Limited
Ellwood Homes Development
Purcell Construction
Fidelis Insurance Ireland DAC
Propchain Solutions Limited t/a Prop
McMahon Design and Management Limited
CareChoice Group
Gowan Motor Distribution Limited
Ameresco Limited
October Investments
Seabased
Manufacturing Conglomerate
Crane Hire Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Kajima Ireland Limited on the development and financing of a new 258-home residential scheme in Belmayne, Dublin as part of a joint venture with Bartra.
- Advised a large UK-based rail contractor on its bid for a substantial construction contract in relation to a new rail project in the south-west region of Ireland.
- Advised McMahon Design and Management on EPCM and O&M contracts for multiple international sub-sea and maritime projects within the Irish Maritime Area.