The deal was led by Kevin Cron in South Africa and Alan Bainbridge in Abu Dhabi and comprised a cross practice team involving multiple disciplines.
Alan Bainbridge, corporate partner in Abu Dhabi commented: ""This was a complex and demanding transaction that required a seamless delivery across the Norton Rose Group transaction team. We are delighted to be involved in such an important transaction for the bank."
Kevin Cron, Head of corporate in South Africa, commented: "This has been a remarkable success which extended far across the Norton Rose Group team and presented an excellent opportunity to showcase our global expertise including specialist counsel relating to labour, NCA, tax, FICA, securitisation, bond structures, insurance and service agreements."
This deal is the latest in a string of high profile instructions for global financial institutions led by Norton Rose Group. Financial institutions are a key strength of Norton Rose Group and we are on the panel of more than 50 financial institutions including Barclays, AXA, Société Générale, National Australia Bank, Prudential and Standard Chartered Bank.
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Posted by Nadeen El AjouTuesday, June 19 - 2012 at 13:47 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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