Yohanes MASENGI

Introduction

Yohanes Masengi is a partner at GHP Law Firm, recognised for his expertise in investment, infrastructure, power projects, ports, M&A, joint ventures, employment, and corporate restructuring. A trusted legal advisor to leading multinational corporations and state-owned enterprises, he has played a pivotal role in high-stakes transactions, including large-scale power projects, major M&As, and land acquisitions exceeding 85 hectares.

Masengi led the restructuring of Indonesia’s state-owned electricity company, PLN, overseeing the transfer of 21,352MW of power generation assets worth IDR 330 trillion (USD 21 billion) and the creation of four sub-holding companies, a transformative effort to enhance efficiency and accelerate Indonesia’s renewable energy transition. He also served as legal advisor for PT PLN Indonesia Power in the Hijaunesia 2023 Project, guiding the procurement of 1,055MW of solar and wind power projects, solidifying his position as a key figure in Indonesia’s energy sector.

Named one of the “50 Up-and-Coming Future Legal Leaders 2023” by Asia Business Law Journal, Masengi has also been recognised as a finalist for Indonesian Young Lawyer of the Year (2018) and an Indonesian Rising Star Lawyer (2019 & 2020) by Asian Legal Business. The IFLR1000 praises him as “detailed, practical, and flexible in offering solutions in a shifting legal landscape,” while Legal 500 recognises him as a Next Generation Partner in Projects & Energy.

Beyond legal practice, Masengi is a thought leader in energy law, regularly publishing insights, speaking at industry panels, and mentoring young professionals. He has contributed to Energy Projects for Practitioners and The Commercial Laws of Indonesia in Digest of the Commercial Laws of the World (Thomson Reuters, 2017–2021). His sharp commercial acumen and forward-thinking approach continue to shape Indonesia’s legal and business landscape, making him an invaluable advisor for companies navigating complex regulatory challenges.