Understanding the spirit of partnership

This 27-strong team, dedicated to PFI/PPP Projects, is supported by 50 specialists providing advice on construction, procurement, planning, property and banking issues. Acting on a diverse range of PFI/PPP projects, whether for public authorities, banks or contractors in the UK or overseas, the team brings the necessary expertise and experience to 'handle complex deals'.(Legal 500).

Key partners Stephen Kenny, David Fennell and Michael Whitehouse, lead a team that understands the spirit of partnership working, enabling clients to get the best start in building long-term relationships.Why else would the team receive feedback from another firm's client, commending 'the constructive and positive way the team approach the closure of a project, and tackle the difficult issues as they arise'?

The team has an 'established footprint in the public sector' (Chambers UK), working with central government clients including the Ministry of Defence. Notable projects include its £1.1 billion redevelopment, management and operation of facilities at the Northwood headquarters and the CVF Project.

Market-leading expertise in the social infrastructure sector is proven. Innovative projects include acting for the London Borough of Croydon on the New for Old Social Services PFI and Sanctuary Housing Association on social housing PFIs.

The team advised the Shropshire Waste Partnership on the procurement of a £350 million waste management solution for the county. During this project the team demonstrated its experience and knowledge of relevant Department for Environment, Food and Agricultural Affairs and Partnerships UK guidance. Acting for the leading funding bank Nord/LB on the financing of a waste project, plus a host of private sector work, underpins a real understanding of the waste sector.

On the international front, rail specialists have experience of advising International Finance Corporation, the private sector arm of the Word Bank, on a rail privatisation project with the Government of Kenya. In the UK, the team is acting for leading bidders on street lighting and highways PFIs.

Clients include Amey, Bristol City Council, Gloucestershire County Council, London Borough of Croydon, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Justice, Nord/LB Bank, Sanctuary Housing Association, Shropshire County Council and Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council. Clients commend its 'strong teamwork, excellent advice across the board and …professional approach'.

For more information on projects, contact Stephen Kenny (stephen_kenny@wragge.com).