Energy

The exploration, development, recovery and distribution of energy, whether carbon-based, nuclear or alternative, is central to the modern world.  At Keating Chambers, you will find specialists with a genuine understanding of the demanding technical issues which disputes within of each of the major energy sectors involve.

In the oil and gas industry, members of Keating Chambers have wide-ranging experience of disputes throughout the world. ranging from the construction of an artificial island for oil extraction operations, to the sinking of a newly-refurbished oil rig,  and from delays in construction of a gas pipe-line, to an oil-well explosion.

In the electricity and power, numerous members of Keating Chambers have experience in coal-fired and gas power station disputes, both as advocates and as tribunal members, in both litigation and in international arbitration.

In the nuclear sector, members of chambers have, amongst other things, advised upon the disposal of nuclear fuel, and involved in litigation relating to the design of nuclear waste storage capsules.

In terms of sustainable energy production, members of Keating Chambers also have had considerable involvement in both on-shore and off-shore wind farms, as well as hydro-electric infrastructure projects.

Keating Chambers offers "a first-class service on power projects and all construction-related areas." Its "friendly, professional, commercially aware and intellectually outstanding barristers" are backed up by clerks who are "very customer-focused in their approach to fees and time constraints. 
Chambers and Partners 2011


Further Information
For further information on how our members can assist you, please contact the Director of Clerking, Paul Cooklin or Senior Clerk, Nick Child in the first instance on +44 20 7544 2600. The teams of Clerks will be pleased to advise you on the member of Keating Chambers appropriate to your requirements.