Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing corporate entities' operations and obligations in Singapore. Essential for project company structures and corporate guarantees in project finance.
Banking Act (Cap. 19): Regulates banking institutions and financing activities in Singapore. Critical for structuring lending arrangements and security packages in project finance deals.
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Governs securities issuance and trading. Relevant when project finance involves capital market instruments or securitization.
Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act: Ensures timely payment in construction contracts and provides statutory adjudication process for payment disputes in construction projects.
Land Titles Act (Cap. 157): Governs real property security arrangements, including mortgages and charges over land. Essential for projects involving real estate assets.
Personal Property Securities Act: Regulates security interests in personal property, crucial for securing equipment and other movable assets in project finance.
Environmental Protection and Management Act: Sets environmental compliance requirements and regulates environmental permits and licenses necessary for project development.
Infrastructure Development Act: Provides framework for infrastructure projects and public-private partnerships in Singapore.
Contract Law: Common law principles governing contract formation, interpretation, and enforcement in Singapore.
Stamp Duties Act: Governs stamp duty obligations on legal documents and transactions in project finance agreements.
Foreign Exchange Regulations: Regulates currency exchange and international money transfers relevant to cross-border project finance.
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of project income, withholding tax obligations, and tax incentives for qualifying projects.
Goods and Services Tax Act: Regulates GST implications on project transactions and services.
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore affecting financial institutions and large-scale project financing.
BCA Regulations: Building and Construction Authority regulations governing construction standards and requirements.
URA Requirements: Urban Redevelopment Authority requirements affecting land use, zoning, and development parameters for projects.
