GLG News by Wind Power Regulation Experts

Matthew MurphyManaging DirectorMMLC Group

China Commences Review of Nestl?'s bid for Hsu Fu Chi

October 17, 2011

China is examining the Swiss food giant’s bid to acquire a majority stake in the domestic candymaker.

Frank ChuPrincipalFjc Associates

Competition Intensifies as Chinese Manufacturer Launches 6 MW Wind Turbine

May 30, 2011

Analysis of:Sinovel Makes China's First 6-Megawatt Turbine, Xinhua Says | dt3.bnef.com

The first 6 MW unit by Sinovel, world's second largest wind turbine manufacturer, is off the assembly line and becomes China's biggest turbine for wind power generation.  This signals the begining of a new period which consolidation of wind equipment suppliers in China is accelerating and competition among the world's major wind turbine manufacturers is intensifying to capture the off-shore wind market with large capacity units

Frank ChuPrincipalFjc Associates

Japan needs major power grid investment after the quake

April 18, 2011

While Japan focuses on bringing the crippled nuclear reactors to cold shutdown, the longer term effort would be to restore adequate power for the reconstruction. With many nuclear reactors in the eastern grid out of action, it is estimated there may be up to a 9,000 MW capacity shortage during this summer and for the next several years until new supplies are installed. This calls for a rebuild of Japan’s power grid to deal with the flexible generation mix. Major investments are needed in this effort to adopt new technologies such as high power electronics and dc technologies which can solve Japan’s fragmented grid issue (50/60 Hz) and to restore the grid quickly after natural disasters.

Matthew MurphyManaging DirectorMMLC Group

China's Seed Industry

April 3, 2011

This article provides a snapshot of China's seed industry.

Frank ChuPrincipalFjc Associates

Will China’s Nuclear Power Expansion Plan Affected by Japan’s Disaster?

March 15, 2011

As China is on a nuclear expansion program with 28 reactors totaling 30,000 MW under construction and up to 80,000 MW planned for 2010, Japan’s nuclear disaster has caused concerns in China.  Uranium and power equipment suppliers, both domestic and foreign, are prepared to benefit from China’s nuclear expansion but will now have to watch for any signs of a change in course. The only official statements so far are from the a news briefing by the Environmental Ministry that no radiation from Japan is detected, and that China will learn from the Japan’s experience but will not change the course of its nuclear program.

Frank ChuPrincipalFjc Associates

China State Grid's Brazil power asset purchase likely a win-win deal

December 23, 2010

Analysis of:China State Grid buys Brazil power assets for $1bn | www.powergenworldwide.com

China State Grid’s acquisition of Brazilian power asset is more significant and strategic than the $3.5 billion acquisition of Philippine’s national grid in 2009. The synergy of China and Brazil’s power structure make the partnership a likely win-win situation for the two emerging economies which will rely heavily on remote hydroelectric power to fuel its industry in the coming decades.  Whether such acquisition will lead to profit remains to be seen.  However, the strategic benefits are apparent. No doubt, the Brazilian acquisition may be followed by many other  investments by China State Grid or other SOEs.

Matthew MurphyManaging DirectorMMLC Group

Cloud Computing and Chinese Law

November 23, 2010

This article provides a snapshot of the Chinese laws that are applicable to cloud computing issues in China.

Matthew MurphyManaging DirectorMMLC Group

China’s Commercial Vehicle Industry - A snapshot

September 2, 2010

Analysis of:China’s New Anti-Monopoly Law – an analysis of recent decisions regarding foreign investment and trade | www.mmlcgroup.com

This article briefly looks at the major commercial vehicle manufacturers in China, and foreign investment in the area, before going on to describe the major government departments involved in regulating the sector.  It is intended to provide a snapshot of the commercial vehicle/truck market in China for potential foreign investors.

Matthew MurphyManaging DirectorMMLC Group

Privacy Protection in China – Latest Developments

August 27, 2010

Analysis of:China’s New Anti-Monopoly Law – an analysis of recent decisions regarding foreign investment and trade | www.mmlcgroup.com

This article looks at a recent Chinese court decision which extended the application of Article 253 of the PRC Criminal Law to common citizens in China.  Until this decision was issued, come commentators had thought that Article 253 was limited to the actions of employees of state agencies involved in special sectors, such as the telecoms sector. This article also provides a general overview of the various laws that can be used to protect privacy in China.

Matthew MurphyManaging DirectorMMLC Group

Mergers and Acquisitions by Foreign Entities in China

August 24, 2010

Since China's adoption of the “Open Door” policy and entry into the World Trade Organization (‘WTO’), merger and acquisition activities in China have become an increasingly attractive alternative to foreign investors as compared to foreign direct investment. Despite the global economy crisis, China is still Asia's largest merger and acquisition market. Foreign investors are increasingly using merger and acquisition transactions to establish or expand their Chinese business operations. The increased pace of foreign merger and acquisition activity has contributed to restructuring of the foreign merger and acquisition regulation system in China. Generally speaking, the Chinese government is taking positive attitude toward foreign mergers and acquisitions in many areas, depending on the industries involved and relevant social issues. This article gives an overview of the laws and regulations governing mergers and acquisitions by foreign entities in China.

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