Ashurst Expands Energy Transition Offering With Addition Of Kok Jin Ong In Singapore

Ashurst Expands Energy Transition Offering with Addition of Kok Jin Ong in Singapore

Ashurst has announced the appointment of Kok Jin Ong to its Corporate Transactions practice in Singapore. Once regulatory approval is obtained, Ong will become a partner at the firm.

With over a decade of experience, Ong specializes in M&A and joint venture transactions, particularly in the energy and infrastructure sectors across the Asia-Pacific region. His expertise spans traditional oil and gas transactions and energy transition matters, including green fuels, offshore and onshore wind, solar PV, battery storage, and geothermal energy.

Ong's career includes roles at Jones Day, Herbert Smith Freehills, and most recently, A&O Shearman, where he served as counsel. His wide-ranging experience and deep understanding of the energy sector, particularly in relation to energy transition projects, make him a key addition to Ashurst’s team.

Jean Woo, Ashurst's Singapore office Managing Partner, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Jin to our Singapore office. He is a highly regarded and talented lawyer who brings a wealth of expertise and client relationships in the energy transition M&A space. His practice fits well with our existing capabilities and our strategic focus on sustainability and energy transition. He will also enhance our bench strength and market presence in Singapore and the wider ASEAN region, where we see significant opportunities for growth and collaboration.”

Frank Bi, Asia head of corporate transactions at Ashurst, added: “Jin’s appointment is a key addition to our corporate transactions practice in Asia and globally. He has a rare and valuable combination of M&A and energy sector skills and experience, which will enable us to provide our clients with comprehensive and innovative solutions for their energy transition projects and investments. His proven track record in handling complex cross-border and cross-practice projects will further strengthen our integrated offering in this fast-growing and dynamic market.”

Ong shared his enthusiasm about returning to Ashurst, where he started his career as a trainee more than a decade ago: “I am very excited about the incredible opportunity to rejoin Ashurst and contribute to its well-regarded energy practice. Ashurst has a strong reputation and presence in the energy and infrastructure sector, both in Asia and globally. I look forward to working with the outstanding team of lawyers and partners across the network, many of whom are familiar to me from my previous time both in and out of Ashurst.”

Once Ong becomes a partner, Ashurst will have 16 partners in its Singapore office.