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06/2024

Encavis acquired by KKR

GERMANY Power Generation / Renewables / Solar / PV EV 3b - 100b EUR

Context

KKR disclosed the launch of a voluntary public takeover bid for Encavis AG, a leading independent operator of renewable‑energy assets in Europe. The proposal, structured as a cash‑only offer, rapidly achieved the statutory minimum acceptance threshold, prompting the formal conclusion of the transaction. The bid followed an earlier investment agreement signed in early 2024, under which KKR and a strategic co‑investor, Viessmann, committed to jointly accelerate Encavis’ growth trajectory and to provide a disciplined capital framework for future acquisitions. From KKR’s perspective, the acquisition aligns with its broader thematic mandate to deepen exposure to sustainable infrastructure and to consolidate fragmented renewable‑generation markets. Encavis contributes an extensive portfolio of on‑shore wind, solar and battery storage facilities, complemented by a seasoned management team and a proven development pipeline. The transaction is predicated on a logic of integration that leverages KKR’s global financing capabilities, operational expertise, and ESG‑focused investment discipline, while the co‑investment structure with Viessmann reinforces sector‑specific knowledge and cross‑selling opportunities. Post‑closing, the combined entity is expected to pursue a disciplined growth agenda predicated on organic capacity expansion and selective bolt‑on acquisitions. Integrated capital markets access will enable accelerated financing of new projects, while standardized asset‑level reporting and centralized procurement are projected to generate cost synergies. Governance will be reconstituted to reflect KKR’s oversight model, ensuring alignment of incentives and rigorous performance monitoring, thereby positioning the platform for sustained market share gains across the European renewable‑energy landscape.

Encavis, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2023, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN.

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Target

Encavis AG is a vertically integrated renewable energy producer that develops, finances, constructs, and operates utility‑scale solar and on‑shore wind power assets across Europe. The company’s value proposition centers on long‑term power purchase agreements and diversified revenue streams that mitigate market volatility. Its portfolio, established through a combination of greenfield development and strategic acquisitions, is concentrated in Germany, France, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom, with ancillary exposure to Central and Eastern European markets. Encavis leverages in‑house engineering, project management, and asset‑level optimization to maximize capacity factors and operational efficiency. The firm’s client base comprises corporate off‑takers, utilities, and institutional investors seeking sustainable electricity supply under stable contractual frameworks. Governance is anchored in a board‑level sustainability committee that oversees compliance with EU renewable targets and ESG standards. The corporate headquarters are located in Frankfurt, Germany, while regional offices support local permitting, grid interconnection, and stakeholder engagement. Encavis maintains a strategic footprint that aligns with European decarbonisation pathways, contributing to national renewable capacity obligations and the broader energy transition.

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Valuation range: EV 3b - 100b EUR

Revenue range: 250M - 500M EUR

EBITDA range: 250M - 500M EUR

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Target: encavis

Acquirer: kkr