IBA Annual Conference 2026 – COPENHAGEN

From October 4th to 9th

We will be traveling to Copenhagen to attend the IBA Annual Conference 2026 and to connect with clients and colleagues.

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Delegation

What we are known for

“Bruchou & Funes de Rioja has an outstanding team that operates at the highest level. They are able to digest and propose creative and thoughtful solutions to very complex issues in a timely manner.“

Chambers and Partners

2025-2026 Deal Highlights

TGS Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) Project
Advised YPF and Pluspetrol on the negotiation and execution of the commercial agreements for TGS’s Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) Project, a major midstream infrastructure development designed to expand the transportation, processing and export of natural gas liquids from Vaca Muerta.
Vista Energy Acquisition of Equinor's Assets
Advised Vista Energy on the acquisition of Equinor’s assets in Vaca Muerta, further strengthening the company’s position as one of Argentina’s leading independent energy producers.
Central Bank of Argentina REPO Transactions
Advised six leading international financial institutions on the Central Bank of Argentina’s REPO transactions totaling USD 3 billion, acting as the only Argentine law firm involved in both transactions.
YPF International Notes Offering
Advised YPF on the reopening of its international notes issuance for USD 550 million, one of the largest capital markets transactions completed by an Argentine issuer.
IDB Invest Financing for Banco Galicia
Advised IDB Invest on a USD 300 million financing granted to Banco Galicia, supporting the expansion of credit and financial inclusion in Argentina.
Acquisition of Piedra del Águila Hydroelectric Plant
Advised Central Puerto on the acquisition of the Piedra del Águila hydroelectric power plant for approximately USD 245 million as part of Argentina’s privatization process for key hydroelectric assets.
Acquisition of El Chocón–Arroyito Hydroelectric Complex
Advised BML Energía, part of MSU Group, on the acquisition of the El Chocón–Arroyito hydroelectric complex for approximately USD 236 million.
Acquisition Financing for Alicurá and Cerros Colorados
Advised Edison Holding on a USD 117 million syndicated financing for the acquisition of the Alicurá and Cerros Colorados hydroelectric assets.
Banco Macro – Personal Pay Joint Venture
Advised Banco Macro on the creation of a joint venture with Telecom Argentina involving Personal Pay through a USD 75 million investment, one of Argentina’s most significant fintech transactions.
Visa Acquisition of Prisma Medios de Pago and Newpay
Advised Visa on the acquisition of Prisma Medios de Pago and Newpay from Advent International, strengthening its position in Argentina’s digital payments market.
Vista Energy Acquisition of Petronas Argentina
Advised Vista Energy on the acquisition of Petronas Argentina, the largest Oil & Gas M&A transaction in Argentina during the year.

Banco Galicia Acquisition of HSBC Argentina
Advised Banco Galicia on the acquisition of HSBC Argentina, including the related ADS offering in New York, one of the largest and most complex financial services transactions completed in Argentina in recent years.
Vaca Muerta Oil Sur (VMOS) Pipeline Project
Advised VMOS and its sponsors on the development and financing of the Vaca Muerta Oil Sur Pipeline, a USD 3.2 billion infrastructure project involving more than USD 2 billion in international financing and the largest private infrastructure project in Argentina in decades.
Vicuña Project
Acted as full-service counsel to the Lundin Mining–BHP joint venture in connection with the Vicuña Project, one of the largest copper mining developments currently underway in Latin America.
Argentina LNG Projects
Advised Shell, ENI and Pan American Energy on the development of large-scale LNG projects expected to transform Argentina into a major natural gas exporter.
Prosus Acquisition of Despegar
Advised Prosus on the acquisition of Despegar, one of the most significant technology M&A transactions in Latin America.
Debt Capital Markets Transactions
Advised YPF, Vista Energy, Pampa Energía, Tecpetrol, Pluspetrol and other leading issuers on more than 100 debt capital markets transactions totaling over USD 9 billion, reinforcing the firm’s longstanding leadership in Argentina’s capital markets.
Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)
Advised Raghsa, Distribuidora de Gas del Centro and Ecogas Inversiones on the only three initial public offerings completed in Argentina during the last seven years, reinforcing the firm’s leadership in Argentina’s equity capital markets.
Acquisition of Mercedes-Benz Argentina
Advised Open Cars Group on the acquisition of Mercedes-Benz Argentina, one of the most significant transactions in the Argentine automotive sector.
Genneia Green Notes Due 2033
Advised Genneia on the issuance of USD 400 million Green Notes due 2033, one of Argentina’s landmark sustainable finance transactions.
YPF New York Litigation
Represented YPF in the highest-value litigation ever brought before the New York courts involving an Argentine company.
AES ICSID Arbitration
Represented AES in ICSID arbitration proceedings, securing the largest ICSID award in Argentina’s history.

Awards and Distinctions

Our reputation is supported by several awards granted by the most prestigious international publications.

Industries we serve

  • Administration, Public Sector, and Public Services
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