Alexander Chuprunov

Senior Associate

Tokyo

Alexander advises on cross-border M&A transactions, joint ventures and a broad range of corporate and commercial matters for Japanese and international clients.

His work on transactions across numerous jurisdictions from the firm's Moscow and Tokyo offices adds an international perspective and practical commercial insight to his advice on complex multi-jurisdictional matters.

Alexander's experience spans a range of industries, including TMT, consumer and automotive, enabling him to help clients navigate legal and business challenges in cross-border transactions regardless of industry sector.

Experience & capabilities

Selected matters

Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd and Gourmet Kineya Co., Ltd on the creation of a joint venture, Meal Hub Inc., and acquisition of leading Asia-Pacific airline catering business, LSG Asia-Pacific
SoftBank Corp. on its largest investment to date, taking a majority stake in Cubic Telecom, a leading global provider of software-defined connected vehicle solutions headquartered in Dublin
Sumitomo Corporation on its investment in DABCO Limited, a digital platform provider that enables autonomous identification and communication between connected devices
Bridgestone Corporation on the exclusive tyre supply contract for FIA Formula E Championship
Mitsubishi Corporation on its investment in Fullerton Health, which operates healthcare facilities across nine markets in Asia, including Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam and Hong Kong
Mitsubishi Corporation on its acquisition of Intermark Auto, a leading operating lease and fleet management company in Russia
Monotype Imaging Inc. on its acquisition of Fontworks, a Japan-based font business, from Softbank's SB Technology
Groupe Atlantic, a leading European producer of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, on its acquisition of the residential business of SST group of companies, the largest producer of heating floors and cables in Russia and CIS
IXcellerate, a leading commercial data centre operator in Russia, on attracting equity investment from existing and new investors including Mubadala Investment Company
Mitsui & Co., Ltd. on its strategic acquisition of a 10% interest in JSC R-Pharm, one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in Russia