Simpson Thacher Honored at FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2025
Simpson Thacher was recognized in multiple categories as part of the FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2025. The Firm advised on two matters that earned top honors in their categories:
- KKR's acquisition of SK Ecoplant's waste-management platform (“Best Infrastructure Deal” – South Korea)
- A Blackstone-led consortium’s sale of Singapore Worker Dormitories to Bain Capital (“Best Private Equity Deal” – Singapore)
Additionally, Simpson Thacher advised on three matters that ranked as “Highly commended” in their categories:
- Blackstone’s take-private acquisition of TechnoPro Holdings (“Best Private Equity Deal” – Japan)
- Alibaba’s $3.75 billion acquisition of outstanding minority shares of Cainiao (Most Innovative Deal” – China on-shore)
- A$5.6 billion multi-currency green revolving credit facility for KNBDC MEL1 Finco (“Best Syndicated Loan deal” – Australia)
Held annually, the FinanceAsia Achievement Awards recognize excellence across Asia’s financial markets and the accomplishments of the region’s key players who have shown dedication to their sector. Winners were recognized at an awards ceremony held in Hong Kong on March 4.