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Big data and Modern Slavery – Progress not panacea
Data analysis can only get you so far in modern slavery compliance… and regulators are watchingWhile the benefits of data and technology can be leveraged …
Insuring against cyber threats going into 2019
Cyber remains a very hot topic for all businesses, including in the mining sector. As projects become more automated, the potential for cyber disruption …
Class Action Assault on UK PLCs for Acts of Subsidiaries
A recent trio of decisions1 from the Court of Appeal of England and Wales has provided insight into the circumstances in which an English-domiciled …
Herbert Smith Freehills Competition team secures unconditional Phase I CMA clearance to create world's leading platinum producer
International law firm Herbert Smith Freehills is advising long-standing client Lonmin plc on Sibanye-Stillwater's bid for Lonmin. Lonmin is a major …
Protecting against wrongful state actions: structuring investments to allow a real possibility of recourse
Mining companies are no strangers to risky environments and threats of political upheaval. In an era of growing resource nationalism and increased …
The UK's access to the EU's preferential trade arrangements
The position of the UK under the EU's preferential trade agreements following Brexit is likely to become a major complicating factor in the negotiations. …
The view from Brussels – Brexit negotiations – Developments in October
The Brexit debate often looks different viewed from Brussels rather than from London. It is however important for businesses to also keep in mind the …
EU unveils proposals for toughened security screening of foreign investments
As states race to usher in tighter security controls on foreign takeovers, we assess the EU's new framework for screening FDIOn 13 September 2017 the EU …
Herbert Smith Freehills advises Chinese aerospace and mining firm on £326 million acquisition of aerospace parts manufacturer in Europe
A team from international law firm Herbert Smith Freehills' London, Paris and Hong Kong offices has advised Chinese aerospace and mining firm Shaanxi …
Qatari diplomatic ties severed – Implications for business
Middle Eastern neighbours have cut diplomatic ties and transport links with Qatar. How will business be hit?On Monday 5 June 2017, Saudi Arabia, the …
Serious Fraud Office investigations regarding the extractive industry
The mining industry presents a high risk of corruption as operations are often located in high risk regions and it is often necessary to interact with …
Herbert Smith Freehills advises Shaanxi Ligeance Mineral Resources on acquisition of Gardner Aerospace
Herbert Smith Freehills is advising Chinese aerospace and mining firm Shaanxi Ligeance Mineral Resources ("SLMR") on its £326 million proposed …
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