PROJECTS DEVELOPMENT

Legal engines behind Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious projects

As Saudi Arabia redefines its economic future through giga-projects, privatization, and public-private partnerships, sound legal strategy has become essential to the success of large-scale development. These projects span multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, tourism, and smart cities. They require seamless coordination between stakeholders, regulators, and legal frameworks.

T&D’s Projects Development team advises clients on the legal intricacies of designing, financing, and executing transformative projects in the Kingdom. We act for government entities, developers, financiers, and international contractors who need practical legal solutions aligned with Vision 2030 initiatives and Saudi regulatory standards.

From the earliest planning stages to dispute resolution and ongoing operation, we help structure deals, manage regulatory approvals, secure land rights, and align financing structures with Sharia-compliant instruments. Our clients value our ability to deliver sophisticated legal advice while always keeping the big picture – namely project viability and strategic success – in focus.

Practice Areas

Our services include:

Regulatory Compliance & Government Relations

Advising on compliance with local laws and Vision 2030 mandates, procuring necessary permits and approvals from relevant Saudi authorities, and navigating intricate regulatory landscapes.

Negotiations and Contract Structure

Drafting, negotiating, and finalizing customized project contracts, such as EPC agreements, joint ventures, consortium arrangements, and project-specific contracts, in accordance with Saudi laws and international best practices.

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)

Providing guidance on the development and execution of PPP models (e.g., BOT, BOOT) in compliance with the Saudi Privatization Law and the National Centre for Privatization (NCP).

Investment Structuring and Project Finance

Creating investment vehicles, Islamic finance mechanisms (e.g., Murabaha, Istisna’a), and innovative financing solutions in accordance with the regulations of the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) and the Capital Market Authority (CMA).

Land Acquisition and Development

Ensure compliance with municipal regulations, MoMRAH guidelines, and the National Real Estate Registration Services (NRRS) by overseeing processes related to land acquisition, zoning, and development rights.

Dispute Resolution and Risk Management

Representing clients in disputes before Saudi courts, the Saudi Centre for Commercial Arbitration (SCCA), and specialized project dispute resolution mechanisms, as well as providing proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies.

Why clients choose us:

Regulatory fluency:

Our deep relationships with regulators allow us to navigate complex approval
processes.

Strategic advisory:

We go beyond compliance to support project goals and long-term value..

Dispute readiness:

Our team helps avoid disruptions and resolve conflicts efficiently.