Finances are the backbone for the growth of every organization whether big or small. With the concept of universal Banking taking roots in the system and relaxations permitted by RBI from time to time, Commercial Banks have shown enthusiasm in participating in this specialized field of financing.
Project financing is a technique that has been used to fund the corporate projects. Around the world, project financing is emerging as more preferred alternative to conventional methods of financing infrastructure and other large-scale projects.
ASC helps and counsels It handholds clients from project’s initiation until its completion and throughout the years of planning, structuring innovative financings, bid transaction advisory, preparing contract documentation, handling negotiations and dispute resolution.
The firm advises government authorities and regulatory bodies, multinational corporations and multilateral institutions in infrastructure projects and has developed expertise in infrastructure project finance and concession agreements. The firm has also advised on procedures and obtaining approvals from government authorities especially in following sectors:
- Airports
- Ports
- Railways Roads & Highways
- Mining
- Energy
- Telecommunications
- Hospitals
It acts on international & regional matters providing support and advice on all aspects of a project including:
- Initial Structuring at Tendering Stage
- Preliminary Negotiations
- Preparation and Drafting of all Documents/Agreements
- Legislative and Regulatory Issues and Approvals
- Final Contractual & Financing Documentations
Mining Projects:
- Mines Rescue Rules, 1985; Coal Mines Regulations, 1957; The Oil Mines Regulations, 1984; The Mineral Concession Rules, 1960
- Advising on the issues under The Mines Act, 1952; The Mines Rules, 1955; The Mines and Minerals (Regulation & Development) Act,1957; The Mines Crech Rules, 1961
- Initial Structuring at Tendering Stage
- Preliminary Negotiations
- Conducting Legal Due-Diligence
- Structuring Joint Venture Transactions for Mining and Processing Activities
- Preparation and Drafting of all Documents/Agreements
- Legislative and Regulatory Issues and approvals
The firm understands the complexities involved in the ports sector. It assists clients in dealing with legalities as it is witnessing transition from Government ownership / control to increasing participation of private players for infrastructure development in these sectors.
It also supports clients in dealing with the opportunities and challenges in mining sector which include procuring licenses, opinion on the transferability of reconnaissance permits, mining lease, reviewing and drafting mine construction / operations and shareholders agreements, employment and labor laws and incorporating improved safety standards.
Roads, Highways and Railways constitute an integral part of the transport infrastructure. Projects especially in PPP mode have to deal with number of disputes and legal challenges. We can assist in addressing these issues to facilitate association with transport infrastructure authorities under Government control. We are equipped to evaluate various models of development in PPP projects like Build-and-Transfer, Build-Lease-and-Transfer, Build Operate and Transfer, etc.