Introduction

Transactions in the petroleum industry are characterised by an extensive and complex interaction with public and private law. On one hand, companies have to manage their dealings with the government, whether it be applying for a licence or complying with the State's competition or decommissioning laws. On the other hand, companies must also enter into complex contractual arrangements in order to arrange for finance, a joint venture or an offtake agreement. In both public and private law areas, a number of complex legal issues arise, and Marc Hammerson's recently published book, ...