Emir Nurmansyah, a seasoned legal expert, has spent over 30 years crafting an illustrious career that places him among Indonesia’s most respected and versatile lawyers. As the senior partner and chairman of ABNR Counsellors at Law’s Management Committee, Nurmansyah’s leadership has been instrumental in steering the firm for the past 12 years, managing a team of 115 fee earners and approximately 40 support staff.
His multifaceted expertise extends beyond those leadership roles. Holding a law degree from the University of Indonesia and an LL.M. in international transactions from Bond University, Australia, Nurmansyah’s academic background complements his illustrious career, further solidifying his standing as a distinguished legal professional.
Nurmansyah’s prowess spans diverse legal domains, with a focus on project finance, banking, corporate and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and foreign direct investment (FDI). His extensive experience extends to restructuring & insolvency, shipping, aviation, and technology, media & telecommunications (TMT).
In the realm of project finance, Nurmansyah recently led the ABNR team in a landmark $711 million financing deal for the Hyundai Mobis Consortium’s electric vehicle battery manufacturing project in Karawang, Indonesia. Advising Australia & New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ) as the syndication lead lender, Nurmansyah demonstrated strategic acumen in navigating the complexities of the transaction involving Korean sponsors LG Energy Solution, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Motor Company, and Kia Motor Company.
Another feather in Nurmansyah’s cap is his leadership in Hormel Foods’ $457 million acquisition of a 29 percent minority interest in PT Garudafood Putra Putri Jaya. This intricate deal involving a Fortune 500 global branded food company displayed his ability to align diverse commercial interests and structure transactions to avoid complications, solidifying his reputation as a dealmaker.
In the realm of aviation law, Nurmansyah’s recent accomplishments highlight his strategic counsel in complex transactions. Notably, he represented lenders such as BNP Paribas, Credit Agricole, and Societe Generale in a significant military aircraft financing deal with the Indonesian government. This involved the purchase of six Rafale military aircraft from France’s Dassault Aviation, marking the initial phase of a larger agreement to source 42 aircraft over the coming years. Nurmansyah’s role underscores his adept handling of highstakes negotiations involving multiple stakeholders and intricate legal considerations.
Nurmansyah’s aviation portfolio also includes advising BNP Paribas on the Indonesian aspects of a $100 million loan to Wafu Aviation Designated Activity Company, based in Ireland. This transaction aimed to partially refinance the acquisition of five aircraft. His involvement in diverse mandates, such as representing Waypoint Leasing in the sale of four helicopters post-bankruptcy protection filing, highlights Nurmansyah’s versatility in navigating the complexities of aviation transactions.
The international scope of Nurmansyah’s practice is further exemplified by his role in assisting Marathon Aviation Fund, LP, in the Indonesian aspects of the purchase, novation, and financing of aircraft from Aircastle. Additionally, he provided counsel to BNP Paribas Group and ING in the Indonesian aspects of refinancing undertaken by an Irish borrower, a subsidiary of ICBCIL Aviation, involving multiple aircraft.
Nurmansyah’s contributions to the legal landscape have garnered widespread recognition.
Nurmansyah clinched the title of “Indonesia Deal Maker of the Year” for two consecutive years at the Asian Legal Business (ALB) Indonesia Law Awards in 2018 and 2019.
Nurmansyah’s journey is not just a testament to legal excellence but also a narrative of leadership, innovation, and strategic brilliance that continues to shape Indonesia’s legal landscape. As he forges ahead, his impact resonates not only within ABNR but across the legal community, solidifying his legacy as a trailblazer in Indonesian law.
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