10 Oct 2025

Baker McKenzie Cairo Leads Legal Counsel for The Arab Energy Fund's Strategic Investment in Tagaddod Biofuel Platform

"Baker McKenzie Cairo served as lead legal counsel for The Arab Energy Fund's strategic investment in Tagaddod, a biofuel feedstocks platform, through a Series A funding round. The investment, completed in September 2025, underscores The Arab Energy Fund's commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Hani Nassef, the partner leading the transaction, highlighted the coordinated efforts of teams from Cairo, Riyadh, and Amsterdam in successfully executing the deal. The transaction showcases Baker McKenzie's strong cross-border capabilities in M&A."

**Law Firms and Parties Involved:** Baker McKenzie Cairo acted as lead legal counsel to The Arab Energy Fund in its strategic investment in Tagaddod, a tech-powered biofuel feedstocks platform. The investment was part of a Series A funding round that also included FMO, VKAV, and A15. **Transaction Overview:** The transaction represents a significant milestone in The Arab Energy Fund’s commitment to promoting innovative and sustainable solutions within the energy and environmental sectors. The deal was successfully completed in September 2025. **Legal Team:** The Baker McKenzie Cairo team was led by Hani Nassef, Partner and Head of M&A, with key support from Bassem Abdelrahman and Hala Mohamed. The transaction also involved a cross-border team from Baker McKenzie’s Saudi Arabia office, including Karim Nassar and Rami Younes, as well as colleagues from the Dutch offices, Koen Bos, Suzanne van Balen, and Hein Blaauwendraad.
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