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Norges-Led Group to Buy 46% of TenneT Deutschland for Up to €9.5 Billion

Fresh equity aims to cover TenneT Deutschland’s heavy grid expansion outlays through 2029.

Overview

  • The Dutch state will retain 54% of the operator, valuing TenneT Deutschland at about €40 billion in the transaction.
  • Closing is targeted for the first half of 2026, subject to customary approvals.
  • TenneT plans talks with Germany’s KfW on a possible minority role after Berlin reiterated interest in joining.
  • The financing is intended to support roughly €65 billion of investments through 2029, with peak spending expected in 2027 and 2028.
  • The Dutch government set aside a planned Frankfurt IPO in favor of a negotiated minority sale to long-term institutional investors.