Ashfords LLP's multi-faceted team supports clients across a range of water sector challenges, be they regulatory or commercial. Mark Manning is the key contact for issues tied to water infrastructure projects, advising on construction contracts and mitigating potential sources of litigation. The team's commercial work is led by Brian Farrell, whose expertise covers M&A and joint ventures and extends to assisting clients with their decarbonisation aims. Augmenting the firm's regulatory offering is Paul Collins, who arrived from DEFRA in April 2024.
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Témoignages
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- 'The team stepped up during Christmas time in 2023 and supported the project with almost 1 week notice.'
- 'Mark Manning and his team have been exceptional in supporting us. Very professional, and met the deadline.'
Clients clés
- Pennon Group PLC
- South West Water
- Bristol Water
- Bournemouth Water
- Wase Limited
- Biofactory
- Cappagh Group
- Orb Monitoring
- Peel Ports
- Hutchinson Ports
Points forts
- Advised South West Water on the contracts for its £2.8bn Tier 1 Capital Delivery Framework for the AMP8 period from 2025 to 2030.
- Acted for Pennon Group plc of the commercial aspects of the acquisition of Sutton and East Surrey Water for £89m.
- Advised Peel Ports (London Medway) in respect of statutory harbour authority-related matters, including Harbour Revision Orders.
Avocats
Responsable de la pratique
Mark Manning; Brian Farrell
Autres avocats clés
Paul Collins