RIAA Barker Gillette is conducting a comprehensive review of green shipping practices in Pakistan. The study, mandated by PREIA and USAID, will analyze laws and develop recommendations to reduce environmental impact. By engaging stakeholders, the review seeks to build consensus on sustainable shipping. The findings will provide a roadmap to align the industry with environmental goals.
SECMC wins key litigation protecting Thar Coal project
The Sindh High Court recently dismissed a petition challenging the legality of a groundwater reservoir for Thar coal mining. RIAA Barker Gillette successfully represented SECMC, protecting a key CPEC energy project.
Pakistan Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution 2024
RIAA Barker Gillette authored the Pakistan chapter of the Chambers Global Practice Guide on Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution 2024, providing a comprehensive overview of the legal and regulatory landscape governing Pakistan's power sector. This chapter covers the NEPRA Act, market reforms, key regulations, and future policies shaping Pakistan's power sector.
Sitara Energy Wins Landmark Appeal Against FESCO After 7-Year Legal Battle
In a significant victory, Sitara Energy Limited successfully challenged FESCO's claim, potentially reopening the dispute for a fresh review. The NEPRA Appellate Tribunal ruled in favour of Sitara, overturning NEPRA's flawed tariff decision, and ordered a new evaluation within four months.
Expert witness in the Cayman Islands K-Electric dispute
Our Managing Partner Bilal Shaukat served as an expert witness on Pakistan law in the Cayman Islands Court for a case related to K-Electric, providing written opinion and testimony.
