Energy & Natural Resources

We have an excellent track record in advising on numerous wind and photovoltaic energy projects. Our services include due diligence, acquisition of projects, structuring joint-development agreements, and project development.

We are uniquely positioned, having recently advised on the final stages of the Burgas-Alexandroupolis oil pipeline project and the structuring of the NABUCCO gas pipeline project, as well as other regional gas transmission initiatives.

We have repeatedly advised international players on innovative transactions involving the operation and management of the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant and the evolution of the Belene project for constructing a new nuclear generation facility.

We have advised large international players on the Bulgarian legal framework of this sector, which currently attracts active interest.

Since 1995, we have advised major players in the local mining industry on corporate, commercial, and regulatory issues. Our expertise includes green-field projects for constructing and operating flotation factories, awarding exploration permits and extraction concessions, and expanding existing concessions1. We have also advised on various oil and gas exploration and extraction projects, including the single operating local natural gas deposit, and other areas such as construction materials, gravel and sand deposit exploitation, and mineral water concessions.

Rankings

Chambers and Partners

• "The team has deep sector-specific expertise in the electricity market, providing strong regulatory insight and effective engagement with authorities."
  Energy, Band 1, Chambers Europe 2026
• "Boyanov & Co. provide a long-term client-centric approach and responsiveness. The team combines the precision and rigour of top-tier international counsel with a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset."
  Energy, Band 1, Chambers Europe 2026
• "They are quick to provide legal opinions on any complex ad hoc matters, and they have excellent industry knowledge."
  Energy, Band 2, Chambers Europe 2024
• "The team are experienced and have a profound knowledge of the energy market in Bulgaria."
  Energy, Band 2, Chambers Europe 2024
• ''They have experts with very great experience in the practice.''
  Energy, Band 2, Chambers Europe 2023
• "Their advice is very precise and valuable.''
  Energy, Band 2, Chambers Europe 2023
• One client praises the team's knowledge of the market, stating: "They are always up to date on legislation," and adding: "It's an incredibly engaged team with professionalism in all areas of work."
  Energy, Band 2, Chambers Europe 2022
• Another client reports: "The team is very proactive at spotting issues before they arise and providing solutions."
  Energy, Band 2, Chambers Europe 2022

Legal 500

• “Great knowledge and experience in the Energy sector. Comprehensive understanding of the legal framework and procedures, with proven experience in communication and coordination with public institutions and regulatory bodies.”
  Energy and Natural Resources, Rank 1, The Legal 500 2026
• “An excellent team.”
  Energy and Natural Resources, Rank 1, The Legal 500 2026
• “They approach all topics and issues with a balanced commercial vs. legal approach.”
  Energy and Natural Resources, Rank 1, The Legal 500 2026
• "The Boyanov team is resourceful, reliable and effective, with good knowledge and experience in energy and natural resources law.”
  Energy and Natural Resources, Rank 1, The Legal 500 2025
• "A great team of professional people specialised in their area of work."
  Energy and Natural Resources, Rank 1, The Legal 500 2025
• "They have very rich experience in their specific fields."
  Energy and Natural Resources, Rank 1, The Legal 500 2025

IFLR 1000

• "Boyanov's team is extremely responsive and very knowledgeable about energy and natural resources matters."
  Project Development, Tier 1, IFLR1000 2025
• "Boyanov's team stood out in their capacity to analyse a new industry sector, understand the main challenges and find solutions to address them."
  Project Development, Tier 1, IFLR1000 2025