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Tango Energy Takes Control of Aconcagua in $36 Million Recapitalization

The move follows a creditor-approved restructuring that resolved over 94% of the company's debt.

Overview

  • Tango, co-controlled by Vista Energy and Trafigura’s AR Energy Resources, acquired 93% of Aconcagua and its services unit to become the controlling shareholder.
  • Shareholders approved a capital increase with more than 26.6 million new Class A shares fully subscribed by Tango, lifting stated capital to AR$28.5 million.
  • Former YPF executive Pablo Iuliano was appointed CEO and chair, with Diego Celaá named vice president and Javier Agustín Basso director.
  • Commercial agreements with Vista were amended, cutting Vista’s crude retention from 40% to 20% and extending delivery commitments to 2029.
  • The restructuring follows heavy losses and a disclosed debt near AR$447,604 million as the company pursues operational recovery focused on Vaca Muerta and its Neuquina and Cuyana basin assets.