Cowell Clarke advises clients in relation to these rapidly developing areas.

The energy group within the firm advises on matters arising in connection with the energy industries.  Our extensive experience in the electricity industry grew from our knowledge and strength in the Trade Practices Act and competition policy work, from which the National Electricity Market evolved.

We have a sound knowledge of the legislative and regulatory framework pertaining to the electricity and gas industries.  Our clients in this area have particularly been generators and large contestable customers.

We act for oil and gas service companies and those involved in engineering, drilling and exploration both on land and offshore.

Cowell Clarke assists its clients in relation to:

• regulatory compliance
• third party access to infrastructure
• tender and purchase contract processes
• electricity trading issues including hedging & derivatives markets
• disputes between large customers and energy market participants
• long term supply contracts
• joint venture and farm-in arrangements
• vessel supply and charters