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Vietnam is standing at a historic turning point in its energy sector. Aiming to achieve its Net-Zero carbon emission commitment by 2050 and aggressively implementing the National Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8), the Vietnamese energy market—spanning from traditional energy to renewable energy—has become a highly lucrative hub drawing billions of USD in foreign and domestic investments.

However, energy remains a strictly regulated and highly specialized field characterized by complex legal frameworks, shifting policies, and rigorous due diligence procedures. Launching and operating a successful energy asset requires a rock-solid legal launchpad. SBLAW Law Firm proudly delivers comprehensive legal counseling services for the energy sector, walking alongside developers, EPC contractors, and financial institutions to mitigate risks and maximize investment returns.

1. Legal Counseling for Traditional Energy Projects

While the shift toward green energy is accelerating, traditional energy remains a foundational pillar holding up national energy security. SBLAW provides deep-rooted legal advisory for large-scale, baseline power projects:

• Gas-to-Power and Liquified Natural Gas (LNG): Advising on the legal structuring of integrated upstream-to-downstream project chains, and supporting the negotiation of complex Gas Supply Agreements (GSA) and Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) with international stakeholders.

• Hydropower and Coal-Fired Power: Providing legal support in reviewing electricity operation licenses, land-use planning, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), and strict technical safety compliance standards.

• Specialized Infrastructure Contracts: Drafting and reviewing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts, as well as Operations and Maintenance (O&M) agreements to cleanly allocate liability and prevent disputes during construction phases.

2. Market Leaders in Renewable Energy & Green Technology

Renewable energy is a strategic spearhead in SBLAW’s practice portfolio. We routinely support multinational corporations in successfully navigating and entering various clean energy segments:

• Wind Power (Onshore & Offshore): Advising on sea-boundary zoning, geological survey licensing, marine spatial planning, and local administrative workflows for land allocation, sea area leasing, and offshore construction permits.

• Solar Power (Rooftop & Ground-Mounted): Offering end-to-end support from land fund due diligence and grid-connection agreements with Vietnam Electricity (EVN) to compliance with pricing mechanisms (FIT or the newly introduced Direct Power Purchase Agreement – DPPA mechanism).

• Biomass and Small Hydropower: Assisting international clients in accessing governmental investment incentives, tax exemptions, and specialized green financing packages from global development financial institutions.

3. Scope of SBLAW’s Energy Practice Portfolio

Our dedicated team of energy attorneys commits to full-lifecycle legal management, guiding your project from initial feasibility studies up to the Commercial Operation Date (COD):

Energy Mergers & Acquisitions (Energy M&A)

• Conducting rigorous Legal Due Diligence to assess the statutory compliance of land acquisition, environmental clearances, licensing statuses, and latent liabilities of target assets.

• Drafting and negotiating Share Purchase Agreements (SPA) and Asset Purchase Agreements (APA).

Project Finance and Capital Structuring

• Advising on optimal international financing structures, and representing borrowers in negotiating loan syndications with commercial banks and global infrastructure funds.

• Drafting security agreements, land-use right mortgages, and mortgages over assets to be formed in the future (the power plant infrastructure itself).

Sector-Specific Dispute Resolution

• Representing energy clients in commercial negotiations, mediations, or high-stakes arbitrations/litigations (via VIAC, SIAC, or local courts) concerning delays in COD, material breaches of EPC contracts, or tariff adjustments.

4. Why Partner with SBLAW?

• Proven Track Record: With 18 years of active practice, SBLAW is recognized as a premier law firm in Vietnam capable of leading high-value M&A deals and complex energy project structures.

• Global Footprint, Local Execution: Our multilingual capability (English, Chinese, Korean) bridges communication gaps seamlessly, successfully matching foreign investment appetites with local regulatory requirements.

• Ahead of the Policy Curve: SBLAW’s attorneys maintain constant dialogue with the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) and regulatory bodies, enabling our clients to proactively pivot ahead of new energy transition decrees and regulatory updates.

Contact SBLAW to Secure Your Energy Investments

The success of an energy asset depends entirely on the accuracy and timing of your legal decisions. Let SBLAW act as the shield protecting your capital and securing your energy project’s future in Vietnam.

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