Bruce Adkins
Partner. Brisbane.
+ 61 7 3228 9431 | bruce.adkins@corrs.com.au | vCardBeing widely regarded as a close and trusted advisor is no mean feat. But Bruce has gained this acknowledgment by establishing strong client relationships on high profile matters in the areas of energy, resources and projects.
From major desalination projects in South Australia, to brokering billion dollar deals for QR National, Bruce gains a detailed understanding of his clients’ businesses and uses this unique insight to meet their needs
Being widely regarded as a close and trusted advisor is no mean feat. But Bruce has gained this acknowledgment by establishing strong client relationships on high profile matters in the areas of energy, resources and projects.
From major desalination projects in South Australia, to brokering billion dollar deals for QR National, Bruce gains a detailed understanding of his clients’ businesses and uses this unique insight to meet their needs
If you can mine it and move it, he can advise on it. Bruce’s expertise spans from mining, oil and gas to rail, road, port, electricity and water related matters. This includes rail haulage and access arrangements, air transportation agreements, the sale and acquisition of resources projects, and port agreements.
Bruce's Expertise
- QR National billion-dollar projects Advised QR National on major acquisitions and infrastructure projects, including: $1.3 billion joint acquisition of the ARG rail business, $101 million acquisition of the CRT transport and logistics business, $1 billion Goonyella - Abbot Point rail expansion project, and $1 billion Wiggins Island rail project upgrades.
- South Australia Water Advised SA Water on the long term supply of renewable energy for the Adelaide Desalination Project.
- Western Power Advised on the long term coal supply from the Premier coal mine to the Muja and Collie power stations.
- Phu Kham copper-gold mine in Laos Advised Pan Australian Resources on concentrate haulage agreements for the mine development.
- Mining Projects and Acquisitions Advising foreign and domestic buyers on their proposed acquisition of interests in various mining, oil & gas, energy and transport projects, including Macarthur Coal’s acquisition of the Middlemount Coal Project and MDL 162.
What others say
- “Bruce applies a very practical commercial approach to complex legal issues. In my view, this is a result of a very detailed understanding of our underlying business and an ability to communicate well in both negotiations on our behalf and with our personnel…Ours is a close and trusted relationship that we hope to continue long into the future.” Gail Malone, formerly Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial Division, QR Network
- “Bruce Adkins provided excellent advice in relation to our recent coal mine acquisition project in Queensland. What was really impressive about his advice was that it was very punctual, well thought out and straightforward.” Hyung Suk Kim, Corporate Counsel, Global Legal Department, STX Corporation
Bruce's Thinking
- Investing in the Australian mining industry: A focus on coal and iron ore Australia is a country with vast mineral wealth. This fact, coupled with its stable political, legal and economic environment, a highly skilled and productive workforce, and a welcoming attitude to foreign investment, has led to Australia being a favourite destination for foreign investors.
- Corrs In Brief: Streamlining of Exploration and Development Approval Processes 4th November 2011
- Corrs In Brief: Strategic Cropping Land - Implications for the Mining and Petroleum Industries 23rd August 2011
- Corrs In Brief: Restriction on exploration and mining in urban areas 23rd August 2011
Bruce's Leadership
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Member
AMPLA - Queensland Branch, State Committee