Scatec awarded 846 MW Solar PV projects in government tender in South Africa

Core Insights - Scatec ASA has been awarded preferred bidder status for 846 MW solar projects in South Africa, marking a significant milestone in the company's renewable energy initiatives in the region [1][3][4] Project Details - The Kroonstad PV cluster will consist of three solar power plants: Oslaagte Solar 2 (293 MW), Oslaagte Solar 3 (293 MW), and Leeuwspruit Solar (260 MW) [2] - The total estimated project cost is ZAR 13 billion (USD 735 million), with financing structured as up to 90% non-recourse project debt and the remainder from equity [2][6] Company Positioning - Scatec will hold 50.90% equity in the project, with Stanlib's infrastructure fund owning 46.50% and a Community Trust holding 2.6% [6] - The company will provide engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), operations & maintenance (O&M), and asset management (AM) services for the project [6] Future Outlook - Financial close is anticipated in 2026, with construction expected to commence thereafter [5][6]