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21 June 2017
South African mining industry blindsided by Mining Charter III
Much controversy has surrounded the Reviewed Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Charter for the South African Mining Industry (“ Mining Charter III ”). Since a draft was published for public comment in April last year questions have arisen as to the lack of meaningful consultation by the...
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13 June 2017
Policyholder recovers costs of ‘voluntary’ remediation works
The NSW Supreme Court has granted coverage to a policyholder for the costs of ‘voluntarily’ remediating accidental damage (contamination) to adjacent land, on the basis that it would have been liable to pay damages that would have been covered by the policy had it not remedied the damage.
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12 June 2017
Key developments in Iran, June 2017
This update aims to provide a brief overview of key developments which have occurred in Iran during the past month and to highlight areas of future interest. In particular, the update covers notable developments in both the political arena and key economic sectors.
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08 June 2017
QATAR PROJECTS - WHAT TO DO NOW
Yesterday, we published a client briefing on the immediate steps which you should take if you are affected by this week's decision by Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Egypt, the Maldives and Yemen to cut diplomatic ties with Qatar, and close all land, sea and air communications to the Emirate (click...
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07 June 2017
Qatar - diplomatic ties severed: implications for business
On Monday 5 June 2017, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates ("UAE"), Egypt and Bahrain announced that they would sever diplomatic ties with, and cut off transport links to, Qatar. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt closed transport links with Qatar from Tuesday 6 June 2017. Effective from...
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13 April 2017
Environmental laws trump Linc Energy creditors
Today the Queensland Supreme Court held that an insolvent company’s environmental obligations under State law were unaffected by the liquidators’ disclaimer of related property and resource tenures. This decision changes the previous understanding of liquidators’ powers and the order of priority in...
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13 April 2017
Queensland environmental laws trump Commonwealth Corporations Act, liquidators are ’executive officers’
Today the Queensland Supreme Court confirmed that the liquidators of an insolvent company are ‘executive officers’ of that company under Queensland’s environmental laws, which means that the liquidators are required to use available funds to cause the company to comply with its environmental...
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12 April 2017
Policyholders may still secure cover despite non-disclosure
If a policyholder fails to disclose information they could reasonably be expected to know to be relevant to the risk for which they are seeking insurance, the insurer may reduce its liability in the claim to the extent it has been prejudiced by the non-disclosure.
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30 March 2017
Key Developments in Iran – March 2017 (Part 2)
This update aims to provide a brief overview of key developments which have occurred in Iran during the past month and to highlight areas of future interest. In particular, the update covers notable developments in both the political arena and key economic sectors.
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24 March 2017
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 government officials and agencies in order to obtain licenses and approvals for the exploration, development, construction and operation of a mine.
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24 March 2017
Emerging from the shadows: The growing importance of safety through the supply chain
Imagine this. You are a senior operations manager for an Australian miner. Your department is responsible for sourcing (among other things) drilling fluid for exploration drilling and batteries for a range of equipment.
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23 June 2017
Finkel Review: Gas could be the transition fuel in the move towards a low emission energy market
The Finkel Review confirms that gas could, and should, play a role in electricity generation in a low emission market. The report warned that tighter supply availability and higher gas prices may still stifle the role of gas-powered generation.
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22 June 2017
ASIC review of asset-holding requirements in funds management and custodial services – Are you prepared?
ASIC has reported the findings of its review of the compliance by custodians and responsible entities of managed investment schemes with the asset holding requirements ( REP 531 ) imposed by ASIC under Regulatory Guide 133 ( RG 133 ).
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22 June 2017
Update: Tribunal confirms Tabcorp’s proposed merger meets public benefit test and should be allowed to occur
On Tuesday the Australian Competition Tribunal gave Tabcorp Holdings Limited ( Tabcorp ), represented by Herbert Smith Freehills, the green light to proceed with its $11 billion merger with Tatts after the granting authorisation to acquire shares in Tatts Group Limited as set out in their Merger...
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22 June 2017
MAS consults on draft regulations pursuant to the Securities and Futures Act
The Monetary Authority of Singapore ( MAS ) recently published two consultation papers on 28 April 2017 and 26 May 2017 (together, the Consultation Papers ) to consult on draft regulations supporting the implementation of legislative amendments introduced by the Securities and Futures (Amendment)...
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21 June 2017
Where Next for Brexit – Q&A
To mark the start of formal Brexit negotiations between the UK and the EU, we have launched Brexit Notes blog – a platform where you can find articles and updates on the latest Brexit developments. Please click here to access the site where you can subscribe to receive notifications as soon as new...
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21 June 2017
South African mining industry blindsided by Mining Charter III
Much controversy has surrounded the Reviewed Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Charter for the South African Mining Industry (“ Mining Charter III ”). Since a draft was published for public comment in April last year questions have arisen as to the lack of meaningful consultation by the...
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20 June 2017
Herbert Smith Freehills acts for Tabcorp in successful authorisation application to acquire Tatts
The Australian Competition Tribunal has granted Tabcorp Holdings Limited ( Tabcorp ), represented by Herbert Smith Freehills, authorisation to acquire shares in Tatts Group Limited as set out in their Merger Implementation Deed dated 18 October 2016.
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16 June 2017
The Finkel Review: Beyond the Clean Energy Target
Since the release of the Finkel Review last Friday, media attention has largely been focused on the recommended Clean Energy Target and what it means for reducing carbon emissions, ‘clean coal’ and electricity prices. But a significant focus of the Finkel Review is on ensuring the security and...
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16 June 2017
High Court dismisses appeals: Finds that air cargo price fixing arrangements involved a market in Australia
On 14 June 2017, the High Court of Australia unanimously dismissed the appeals by each airline in Air New Zealand Ltd v Australian Competition and Consumer Commission; PT Garuda Indonesia Ltd v Australian Competition and Consumer Commission [2017] HCA 21.
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16 June 2017
FORMER CHIEF SECRETARY AND PROPERTY TYCOON LOSE APPEAL IN HONG KONG'S HIGHEST PROFILE CORRUPTION CASE
The convictions of former Chief Secretary of Hong Kong, Rafael Hui, former Sun Hung Kai chairman, Thomas Kwok, and two others have been upheld by Hong Kong's Court of Final Appeal. The appellants have resumed serving their sentences for conspiracy to commit misconduct in public office.
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13 June 2017
Policyholder recovers costs of ‘voluntary’ remediation works
The NSW Supreme Court has granted coverage to a policyholder for the costs of ‘voluntarily’ remediating accidental damage (contamination) to adjacent land, on the basis that it would have been liable to pay damages that would have been covered by the policy had it not remedied the damage.
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12 June 2017
Herbert Smith Freehills leads ASIFMA member working group to formulate Best Practices for Effective Development of Fintech
The Asia Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association ( ASIFMA ) released on Friday afternoon its guide, Best Practices for Effective Development of Fintech . Its press release can be accessed here . The guide was developed by a member working group at ASIFMA led by Herbert Smith Freehills...
