Sinohydro Corporation Limited Sucursal del Peru [Counterparty: Former employee]

Labour lawsuit due to alleged work accident. Estudio Olaechea is representing the client in a lawsuit filed by a former employee seeking compensation due to an alleged work accident. The plaintiff sued three companies: (i) Sinohydro, (ii) the consortium that was the employer, and (iii) another company part of the consortium. Strategic advice and defence throughout dispute: Our firm is advising on the defence and legal representation of the companies. This case is important due to the economic impact on the companies involved, and also to prevent a future precedent against the client. Key player in global large-scale construction: Sinohydro is a multinational construction and engineering corporation of Chinese origin. It is a significant player in the global construction industry, executing large-scale infrastructure projects across various sectors, including energy, water conservancy, transportation, and civil works. It has over 4,000 employees in Peru, where it oversees multiple projects. Latest development: We continue to advise the client on this matter as it is still ongoing.

Matter value – include currency and amount in figures :

Power Construction Corporation of China’s (Sinohydro’s parent company) revenue in 2023: USD 83.9 billion

Is this a cross-border matter? If yes, please indicate the jurisdictions involved :

No

Lead partner :

Lucianna Polar

Other team members :

Johana Delgado; Natalia Orrego; Andrea Bartra

Other firms advising on the matter and their role(s) :

N/A

Date of completion or current status :

Ongoing