1. Neoen is considering selling a 30% stake in its Australian subsidiary to raise over €1bn for expansion.
2. The company has signaled a willingness to reduce ownership in certain assets to support growth.
3. Neoen has won contracts to build battery energy storage systems in Australia and secured solar tenders in France.
French renewable energy developer Neoen is considering selling a 30% stake in its Australian subsidiary to raise over €1 billion for future growth in Australia. The potential sale is aimed at avoiding the need to issue new shares for the parent company in Paris. Advisors have been consulted for the sale, which is expected to take place in the latter half of the year, although no final decision has been made. The company has not provided any official comments on these discussions.
Neoen’s performance has been impacted by concerns about rising interest rates and equipment costs, leading to a decline in share value this year. The company recently announced a capital increase of €750 million to boost growth and focus on battery storage ventures. Neoen holds a 42% ownership by Impala SAS and is looking to selectively reduce its ownership in certain assets to support its expansion moving forward.
With a significant portfolio in Australia, Neoen has completed major energy storage projects like the Hornsdale Power Reserve. The company has also been awarded contracts to build battery energy storage systems in Western Australia and secure solar tenders in France. These initiatives contribute to Neoen’s strategy to strengthen its market position globally.