Schoenherr has advised ImWind on the sale of two wind farms and one solar park to Wien Energie. E+H advised Wien Energie.
Schoenherr Advises Tupperware Oesterreich on Restructuring
Schoenherr advises Tupperware Oesterreich on its restructuring proceedings without self-administration.
Schoenherr Advises Verdane on Partnership with Cropster
Schoenherr, working with McDermott Will & Emery and Latham & Watkins, has advised Verdane on its partnership with Cropster. Sole practitioner Robert Benedikt reportedly advised Cropster.
Schoenherr and Eversheds Sutherland Advise on Sunrise Real Estate and Ares Management's EUR 1.5 Billion European Logistics Portfolio Refinancing
Schoenherr has advised Sunrise Real Estate and Ares Management on a refinancing deal with Blackstone and Apollo Global Management for a European logistics portfolio valued at approximately EUR 1.5 billion. Eversheds Sutherland advised the lenders. A&O Shearman reportedly advised Sunrise Real Estate and Ares Management as well.
The National Bank of Hungary's New ESG guideline: A Brief Overview
The National Bank of Hungary (NBH) introduced a new guideline No. NBH's 9/2024, also known as the ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Guideline. This initiative aims to help financial institutions incorporate sustainability considerations into their risk management processes. The Guideline seeks to standardise the collection and assessment of ESG information, thereby enhancing predictability in legal compliance and reducing administrative burdens for businesses applying for credit.
Dorda and Schoenherr Advise on Verdane's Partnership with Eversports
Dorda, working with Kirkland & Ellis, has advised Verdane on its partnership with Austrian sports platform Eversports. Schoenherr advised Eversports.
Schoenherr Advises IndieBI on Funding Rounds
Schoenherr has advised IndieBI on raising equity capital through two investment rounds which included undisclosed industry investors.
Schoenherr Advises Renovatio on Sale of Renewable Energy Assets to OMV Petrom
Schoenherr, working with sole practitioner Mihaela Aliman, has advised Renovatio on the sale of renewable energy production assets with a capacity of approximately 18 megawatts to OMV Petrom.
What Should Employers Expect from the EU AI Act?
AI is increasingly revolutionizing the way businesses handle recruitment, hiring, management and employee monitoring etc. AI solutions are already adept at personalizing employee experiences, such as benefits and training, streamlining HR processes throughout the employment lifecycle, boosting efficiency and significantly reducing administrative burdens. Additionally, AI provides critical workforce insights, facilitating data-driven decision-making and management. However, these advancements also bring potential risks related to discrimination, protection of privacy, and other fundamental rights that employers must carefully manage.
Czech Class Actions Series – Part III
The Czech Class Actions Act[1] became effective on 1 July 2024. Previous articles have provided an overview of key aspects of the new legislation and subjects of these proceedings. This part will focus on the challenges related to the publicity of class actions and explore ways in which companies, as defendants, can protect themselves from negative impacts.
Taylor Wessing Advises Vintech Industries on Acquisition of Rehau Automotive’s Czech Operations
Taylor Wessing has advised US-based Vintech Industries on its acquisition of parts of Rehau Automotive’s operations including its site in Jevicko, Moravia. Schoenherr and Gleiss Lutz reportedly advised Rehau Automotive.
Schoenherr Advises Uniqa on Withdrawal from Russia Via Sale of Share in Raiffeisen Life
Schoenherr has advised Uniqa on the sale of a 75% share in the Russian life insurance company Raiffeisen Life to Russian insurer Renaissance Life.
Schoenherr, Cad, and Podjed, Kahne & Partners Advise on GA Adriatic and Renault Settlement with Slovenian Competition Protection Agency
Schoenherr has advised GA Adriatic, formerly Renault Nissan Slovenija, on the settlement negotiations with the Slovenian Competition Protection Agency. Zidar Klemencic reportedly advised GA Adriatic in auxiliary proceedings. Cad, and reportedly Fatur Menard, advised Avtohisa Malgaj; Podjed, Kahne & Partners advised Avtohisa Real; Fasun, Melihen, Milac, Strojan reportedly advised Plesko Cars; and Tadej Kalan reportedly advised Avtoservis Kalan, all of which were involved in the proceedings as well.
Schoenherr and CMS Advise on Fynk's EUR 3.1 Million Seed Financing Round
Schoenherr has advised Fynk on its recent approximately EUR 3.1 million seed financing round led by 3VC with the participation of 10x Founders. CMS advised 3VC.
Regulating Telemedicine and Personalising Healthcare: An Overview of the Latest Revision to the Bulgarian Public Health Act
The amendments to the Bulgarian Public Health Act (PHA), introduced on 8 October 2024, are aimed at modernising the healthcare system, enhancing data management and improving patient care. They prioritise the transition to electronic health records (EHR), regulate telemedicine, and introduce a digital scheduling system for medical appointments. This article provides a high-level overview of the amendments.
Hungary: Convertible Loans Simplified
Convertible loans have emerged as a pivotal financial instrument for start-ups navigating the challenging terrain of early-stage funding (pre-seed and seed), also called angel investment. These loans are a hybrid of debt and equity financing, offering a unique solution for companies that are not yet ready for a formal valuation or are seeking to bridge funding gaps between capital-raising rounds.
Schoenherr Advises Lisec Holding on Glastech Sale
Schoenherr has advised Lisec Holding on the sale of its subsidiary Glastech to Josko-Scheuringer Holding. Saxinger reportedly advised Josko was advised by Saxinger.
Schoenherr Advises Cherry Ventures on Flinn AI Seed Financing Round
Schoenherr has advised Cherry Ventures on leading the EUR 6 million seed financing round for Flinn AI that also saw the participation of Speedinvest and SquareOne as well as more than 30 business angels. Brandl Talos reportedly advised Flinn AI.