Infrastructure
& Energy
Lawyer
Barrister Meheruba Mahbub advises on Bangladesh's most complex infrastructure and energy transactions — from PPP concession agreements and power project structuring to BERC regulatory approvals and renewable energy law. Triple qualified. Legal 500 ranked.
Bangladesh's infrastructure boom demands world-class legal counsel.
Bangladesh is executing one of the most ambitious infrastructure programmes in South Asia. The government's Vision 2041 targets 60,000 MW of power generation capacity, 100 Special Economic Zones, and a network of highways, bridges, and ports connecting the country to the global economy. Foreign investment in the energy sector surged 80% in 2025 alone.
As an infrastructure and energy lawyer in Bangladesh, Barrister Meheruba Mahbub advises international developers, lenders, and government entities on the full lifecycle of infrastructure and energy projects — from initial feasibility and PPP structuring through to BERC regulatory approvals, EPC contract negotiation, project finance documentation, and dispute resolution.
Her triple qualification as a Barrister at Law (Lincoln's Inn), Solicitor of England and Wales (SRA No. 7266913), and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh gives her clients a uniquely integrated perspective on both international standards and local regulatory requirements.
Infrastructure & Energy Legal Services
Comprehensive legal advisory across the full project lifecycle — from structuring to dispute resolution.
PPP Structuring & Concession Advisory
End-to-end advisory on Public-Private Partnership transactions under the PPP Act 2015. We advise on project identification, feasibility, concession agreement drafting, government support agreements, viability gap funding, and financial close.
BERC Licensing & Regulatory Compliance
Advice on obtaining and maintaining licences from the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) for power generation, transmission, and distribution. Tariff applications, regulatory compliance, and BERC dispute proceedings.
Power Purchase & Implementation Agreements
Drafting and negotiation of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with BPDB, Implementation Agreements with the Government of Bangladesh, and Grid Connection Agreements with PGCB for independent power producers.
EPC & O&M Contract Advisory
FIDIC Silver Book (EPC/Turnkey) and Yellow Book contract drafting, negotiation, and dispute resolution for power plants, industrial facilities, and infrastructure projects. Subcontractor and supply chain documentation.
Project Finance & Security Documentation
Lender-side and borrower-side advisory on project finance structures for infrastructure and energy projects. Security documentation, direct agreements, intercreditor arrangements, and offshore security structures.
Renewable Energy & LNG Advisory
Legal advisory on solar, wind, and hydropower projects under the Renewable Energy Policy 2008. LNG terminal structuring, gas supply agreements, and FSRU documentation. Net metering regulations and carbon credit advisory.
Key Legislation Governing Infrastructure & Energy in Bangladesh
A comprehensive statutory framework governs infrastructure and energy investment in Bangladesh.
Electricity Act 2018
The primary legislation governing the electricity sector. Establishes the licensing regime for generation, transmission, and distribution. Provides the framework for BERC oversight and tariff regulation.
BERC Act 2003
Establishes the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission as the independent regulator for electricity, gas, and petroleum. Governs licensing, tariff-setting, and dispute resolution in the energy sector.
PPP Act 2015
Governs Public-Private Partnership projects in Bangladesh. Establishes the PPP Authority, sets out the project identification and approval process, and provides the framework for concession agreements and government support.
Private Sector Power Generation Policy 1996
Enables private sector participation in power generation. Provides incentives including tax holidays, duty-free import of equipment, and repatriation of profits for independent power producers (IPPs).
Renewable Energy Policy 2008
Sets Bangladesh's target of 10% renewable energy by 2020 and 20% by 2030. Provides the regulatory framework for solar, wind, biomass, and hydropower projects, including net metering and feed-in tariff provisions.
Bangladesh Oil, Gas & Mineral Corporation Ordinance 1985
Governs the exploration, development, and production of oil, gas, and mineral resources. Provides the framework for Production Sharing Contracts (PSCs) with international oil companies.
Bangladesh's PPP Framework — What Investors Need to Know
Bangladesh's PPP Act 2015 and the PPP Authority have created a structured framework for private investment in infrastructure. The government has identified over 50 priority PPP projects across transport, energy, water, and healthcare, with a combined value exceeding USD 40 billion.
Barrister Meheruba advises both public and private sector clients on navigating this framework — from initial project identification and feasibility studies through to concession agreement negotiation, financial close, and ongoing contract management.
Infrastructure & Energy Sectors We Serve
Deep expertise across Bangladesh's most critical infrastructure and energy sectors.
Power Generation
Gas, coal, oil, and renewable power plants. IPP structuring, PPA negotiation, BERC licensing, and BPDB/PGCB advisory. Matarbari, Payra, and Rooppur project experience.
Renewable Energy
Solar, wind, biomass, and hydropower projects. Renewable Energy Policy 2008 compliance, net metering, feed-in tariffs, and carbon credit advisory for developers and lenders.
Transport & Logistics
Roads, bridges, ports, and airports. PPP concession agreements for toll roads, port development, and logistics hubs. Padma Bridge and Dhaka Metro Rail legal precedents.
LNG & Gas
LNG terminal structuring, FSRU documentation, gas supply agreements, and Petrobangla/GTCL advisory. Production Sharing Contracts (PSCs) for offshore exploration blocks.
Water & Sanitation
Water treatment plant PPPs, DWASA and CWASA advisory, bulk water supply agreements, and sanitation infrastructure concessions for Bangladesh's rapidly urbanising cities.
Special Economic Zones
BEZA and BEPZA zone advisory, investor agreements, utility supply contracts, and regulatory compliance for Bangladesh's 100 planned Special Economic Zones and Export Processing Zones.
How We Deliver Your Project
A structured, five-stage approach from initial consultation to project completion.
Selected Transactions
A selection of infrastructure and energy matters handled by Barrister Meheruba and the TRW team.
Japanese MNC Captive Power Plant
Advised a major Japanese multinational corporation on the EPC contract, O&M agreement, and BERC licensing for a captive power plant at its Bangladesh manufacturing facility. Negotiated FIDIC Silver Book terms and performance bond structure.
EGCB Power Plant O&M Agreement
Advised on the Operation and Maintenance Agreement for an Electricity Generation Company of Bangladesh (EGCB) power plant. Structured the performance regime, liquidated damages provisions, and dispute resolution mechanism.
AED 14 Billion Real Estate JV
Co-advised on a joint venture with a well-known Dubai developer for a multi-use real estate project worth over AED 14 billion, including the JV agreement, development management, hotel management, and licensing agreements.
Lantabur Group Dyeing Factory EPC
Advised Lantabur Group on the EPC contract for a new dyeing factory, including contractor selection, performance guarantees, defect liability provisions, and environmental compliance under Bangladesh's environmental regulations.
Triple qualified. Internationally connected. Locally expert.
Barrister Meheruba Mahbub is the only female lawyer in Bangladesh holding all three qualifications simultaneously — Barrister at Law from Lincoln's Inn, Solicitor of England and Wales (SRA No. 7266913), and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh (Dhaka Bar No. 29524).
As a Name Partner at TRW Law Firm — Bangladesh's largest international law firm with 220+ lawyers across 8 global offices — she brings the resources of a full-service firm to every infrastructure and energy mandate, while providing the personal attention of a specialist practitioner.
Her international network, built through the APAC General Counsel Summit (Singapore), GITEX (Dubai), and advisory roles with the IFC, World Bank, PwC, and UNDP, gives clients unparalleled access to cross-border deal flow and international best practice.
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