Ferrere’s practice in energy, natural resources and infrastructure stands out for its expertise in renewables, transmissions and PPPs. Trusted by major global firms and government agencies, the team has advised on projects such as Uruguay’s first renewable energy financing and the IDB’s green-certified 500kV transmission project. Practice head Gonzalo Secco takes point on significant energy and infrastructure projects, including PPS, and advises key clients like Google, IDB, CAF, Shell and Occidental Petroleum. Manuel Lecuona, the firm’s lead on port and logistics ventures, advises major clients, including Enercon, Enertrag, and top gas companies. Sebastián Ramos specialises in energy, natural resources and infrastructure issues, advising on major wind, solar and PPP projects across Latin America. Cristina Vázquez, an experienced energy and infrastructure expert, advises on regulatory issues and PPPs. Agustina Pérez Lete is a key figure in energy and project finance, advising international clients and lenders. Associate Enrique Slekis has expertise in regulatory work, project finance, and M&A.

Guyer & Regules boasts expertise in energy, infrastructure and project finance in Uruguay. The firm advises a broad spectrum of clients, from renewables to major players in oil and gas, with notable expertise in power purchase agreements, PPPs, concessions and financing. The department is co-headed by Juan Manuel Mercant, who specialises in oil, gas, hydrogen, renewables and data centre projects. Federico Susena, also co-head, brings deep sector knowledge in oil, gas, renewables, hydrogen and blockchain infrastructure. Susena has led landmark projects in offshore exploration and LNG. Marcos Payssé advises on major infrastructure and financing deals. Federico Piano brings end-to-end expertise in project finance. Associate Javier Napoleone supports on major PPP, CREMAF and energy projects. Tania Cavallo, a senior associate, has strong transactional experience in complex PPPs and renewable energy financings.

The team at Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga excels in project finance, M&A and PPPs, with deep experience in wind, solar and infrastructure developments. The team has advised on landmark transactions, including the Ferrocarril Central and Uruguay’s first hydrogen project to reach financial close. The practice is headed by Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga Jr, widely recognised as one of Uruguay’s foremost project finance lawyers, with an exceptional record across renewables, oil and gas, ports, forestry and hydrogen projects. Senior associate Alfredo Arocena specialises in infrastructure and project finance, having advised on large railway PPPs and several high-value wind farm and highway financings. Carolina Bianchi, also a senior associate, has expertise in PPPs, acting for sponsors and lenders across major educational and road infrastructure projects, as well as the high-profile Arazatí water scheme. Daniela De Castro brings notable experience in renewable energy and PPPs, regularly advising on wind farm financings and major transport projects.

The project and energy department at Hughes & Hughes has a strong expertise in renewables – especially wind – and environmental law. The team regularly advises on major EPCM contracts, PPPs, and complex financings, and is recognised by Uruguay’s Ministry of Industry for its role in the wind sector. Recent highlights include advising Invenergy and DIF Capital Partners on large-scale project financings and M&A. Co-leader Haroldo Espalter has extensive experience advising national and international companies on all aspects of commercial, industrial and service sector activities in Uruguay. Co-leader Mariana Estradé specialises in international law, energy and projects, environmental law and M&A, advising UPM on a large private investment in a pulp mill and related infrastructure. Associate Clara Villaamil has extensive experience in energy and infrastructure projects, having advised clients such as Invenergy on the acquisition and long-term financing of a 71 MW wind farm.

Posadas has established a strong reputation in Uruguay’s energy and infrastructure sector, with extensive experience in PPPs, project finance and renewable energy issues. The team’s expertise spans transport, social infrastructure, and more. Tomas Gurméndez, co-head of the practice, is an expert in PPPs, project finance and cross-border energy deals for major clients such as CAF-AM, UTE and Banco Santander. Fernando de Posadas brings significant experience in large-scale energy, infrastructure and mining projects, with a focus on foreign investment. Victoria Garabato is recognised for advising sponsors and lenders on renewable energy, transport and social infrastructure projects. Senior associate Federico Samudio specialises in renewable energy, energy regulation and cross-border transactions, having advised on HIF Global’s green hydrogen project.