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Uniper to sell Datteln 4 plant to ResInvest Group as part of government rescue

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Posted on September 19, 2025

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(Reuters) - German utility Uniper said on Friday it had agreed to sell its 1 gigawatt coal-fired power plant Datteln 4 to commodity trader and investment company ResInvest Group. In addition to the

Uniper Agrees to Sell Datteln 4 Power Plant to ResInvest Group

(Reuters) - German utility Uniper said on Friday it had agreed to sell its 1 gigawatt coal-fired power plant Datteln 4 to commodity trader and investment company ResInvest Group.

In addition to the coal infrastructure, the transaction also includes the associated heat generation facilities, the company added in a statement.

Reuters revealed on Wednesday that talks were underway on the sale of Datteln 4, the most valuable on a list of asset disposals required by the EU in exchange for approving Berlin's 13.5 billion euro ($15.87 billion) bailout of Uniper in 2022.

The parties did not to disclose a purchase price.

A source familiar with the matter told Reuters that the plant, which has been operational since 2020 and supplies power to Deutsche Bahn, could be valued at around 1 billion euros, less than the 1.5 billion it cost to build.

($1 = 0.8504 euros)

(Reporting by Paolo Laudani in Gdansk, Editing by Friederike Heine)

Key Takeaways

  • Uniper sells Datteln 4 to ResInvest Group.
  • Sale includes coal infrastructure and heat facilities.
  • Part of EU conditions for Berlin's bailout approval.
  • Datteln 4 operational since 2020, valued at 1 billion euros.
  • Transaction details remain undisclosed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is buying the Datteln 4 power plant?
The Datteln 4 power plant is being sold to the ResInvest Group, a commodity trader and investment company.
What is the capacity of the Datteln 4 power plant?
The Datteln 4 power plant has a capacity of 1 gigawatt and has been operational since 2020.
What is the estimated value of the Datteln 4 plant?
The plant could be valued at around 1 billion euros, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Why is Uniper selling the Datteln 4 plant?
The sale is part of asset disposals required by the EU in exchange for approving Berlin's 13.5 billion euro government rescue package.
What additional facilities are included in the sale?
The transaction includes not only the coal infrastructure but also the associated heat generation facilities.

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