Saudi Arabia stands at the epicenter of the global energy landscape and is embarking on a significant journey to diversify its economy and energy mix, alongside major investments in mining and infrastructure. This strategic transformation, central to Vision 2030, involves monumental projects, complex regulatory frameworks, substantial capital investment, and the convergence of traditional energy strengths with new frontiers in renewables, hydrogen, and resource development. Navigating this dynamic and high-stakes environment requires exceptionally skilled and deeply informed legal counsel.
The capital-intensive and highly regulated nature of the Energy, Resources, and Infrastructure sectors necessitates sophisticated legal support to:
Manage Large-Scale Project Risks:
From inception through to operation and decommissioning, these projects involve multifaceted risks that require proactive legal strategies for mitigation and management.
Navigate Complex Regulatory and Environmental Compliance:
Adherence to national and international regulations, environmental standards, and sector-specific licensing regimes is critical for operational integrity and sustainability.
Structure and Finance Landmark Projects:
Expert legal advice is essential for structuring complex project financings (both debt and equity), forming joint ventures, handling privatizations, and managing mergers and acquisitions in these strategic sectors.
Resolve Complex Disputes:
Given the scale and complexity of projects, disputes can be significant. Specialized legal representation is vital for effective resolution through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation.
Support the Energy Transition:
As the Kingdom diversifies its energy sources, legal experts play a crucial role in advising on renewable energy projects, hydrogen development, carbon capture initiatives, and integrating new technologies into the existing infrastructure.
SHP Law is a leading legal advisor in Saudi Arabia's dynamic Energy, Resources, and Infrastructure sectors. We provide expert counsel on major transactions, project development, and dispute resolution, playing a crucial role in supporting the Kingdom's ongoing energy transition and infrastructure development. Our team possesses a proven track record handling complex projects across the oil, gas, LNG, petrochemical, power, renewables, hydrogen, and mining sectors.
Recognizing mining as a rapidly emerging pillar of the Saudi economy under Vision 2030, SHP Law provides comprehensive legal support to the industry, guiding clients through every stage of project development. Our expertise is tailored to assist clients in optimizing commercial viability while ensuring stringent regulatory compliance and sustainable practices.
Exploration and Licensing:
Advising on exploration rights, obtaining mining licenses and permits, and ensuring compliance with the Saudi Mining Investment Law and its implementing regulations
Project financing
Structuring and securing finance for mining projects, from earlystage exploration funding to large-scale project finance for mine construction and operation.
Construction and Operation:
Providing legal support for the construction of mining facilities and infrastructure, and advising on operational matters, including supply chain, employment, and health and safety.
Environmental Law and Permitting
Advising on environmental impact assessments, permitting requirements, rehabilitation obligations, and compliance with environmental standards.
Land Acquisition and Access Rights:
Assisting with securing land access, surface rights, and negotiating with landowners and local communities
Community Relations and Local Content:
Advising on strategies for effective community engagement and compliance with local content requirements.
Mine Closure and Rehabilitation:
Providing guidance on legal requirements and best practices for mine closure, decommissioning, and site rehabilitation.
Dispute Resolution:
Representing clients in disputes related to mining rights, contractual issues, and regulatory matters.
Our team combines deep industry knowledge specific to the Energy, Resources, and Infrastructure sectors with astute legal acumen to deliver effective, strategic, and commercially focused solutions for projects of any scale and complexity in Saudi Arabia.