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Shell to acquire Sprng Energy group

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Shell Overseas Investment B.V., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shell plc (Shell), has signed an agreement with Actis Solenergi Ltd (Actis) to acquire 100% of Solenergi Power Private Ltd for US$1.55 billion and with it, the Sprng Energy group of companies.

Sprng Energy supplies solar and wind power to electricity distribution companies in India. Its portfolio consists of 2.9 GWp of assets (2.1 GWp operating and 0.8 GWp contracted) with a further 7.5 GWp of renewable energy projects in the pipeline.

“This deal positions Shell as one of the first movers in building a truly integrated energy transition business in India,” said Wael Sawan, Shell’s Integrated Gas, Renewables and Energy Solutions Director. “I believe it will enable Shell to become a leader across the power value chain in a rapidly growing market where electrification on a massive scale and strong demand for renewables are driving the energy transition. Sprng Energy generates cash, has an excellent team, strong and proven development track record and a healthy growth pipeline. Sprng Energy’s strengths can combine with Shell India’s thriving customer-facing gas and downstream businesses to create even more opportunities for growth.”

The solar and wind assets Shell acquires through the deal will triple Shell’s present renewable capacity in operation and help deliver its Powering Progress strategy. An important part of Powering Progress is to develop a best-in-class integrated power business, which will help Shell to reach its target of becoming a profitable net zero emissions energy business by 2050.

The transaction is subject to regulatory clearance and is expected to close later in 2022.

Read the article online at: https://www.hydrocarbonengineering.com/the-environment/03052022/shell-to-acquire-sprng-energy-group/

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