KnowlesMain Advises on $3 Billion Cross-Border Mining Deal

KnowlesMain Chambers has played a key advisory role in a $3 billion cross-border mining agreement between an Australian resources company and a Southeast Asian investment consortium. The deal covers joint exploration rights, infrastructure development, and long-term mineral supply contracts.

The transaction is one of the largest in the firm’s history and required multi jurisdictional legal coordination, involving corporate law, environmental compliance, and international trade regulations. KnowlesMain’s team worked alongside foreign counsel to align contractual obligations with both Australian and overseas regulatory frameworks.

The deal also included complex financing arrangements, supply chain security provisions, and commitments to sustainable mining practices, reflecting the increasing role of environmental and social governance in major resource projects.

Industry commentators note that the transaction highlights the growing ability of boutique firms to compete with larger international players in high-value, cross-border work. For KnowlesMain, the deal strengthens its position in the resources and infrastructure sector, while opening new opportunities in Asia-Pacific markets.

The successful completion of this agreement demonstrates the firm’s expanding capacity in global transactions and reinforces its reputation as a trusted adviser for large-scale, high-stakes commercial projects.