The deal’s purchase price has not been disclosed.
Commissioned in 2020, Datteln 4 is a hard coal-fired power station with a net capacity of 1,052MW. The plant is recognized for its efficiency and flexibility, supplying electricity to households, traction power to Deutsche Bahn, and district heating to thousands of homes in the northern Ruhr area. Currently, more than 100 employees work at the site.
The divestment is part of Uniper’s obligations under European Union state aid regulations. On 20 December 2022, the European Commission approved a stabilization package for Uniper. Within that approval, the Commission required structural measures, including the sale of the Datteln 4 power plant.
Uniper COO Holger Kreetz said: “The EU conditions make the sale of the Datteln 4 power plant necessary. The plant makes a significant contribution to energy supply – thanks above all to the highly professional and dedicated team that ensures operations with great passion. It is all the more gratifying that we have found a buyer in ResInvest Group who will continue to guarantee the safe and efficient operation of the plant. Upon completion of the transaction, ResInvest Group will not only take over a state-of-the-art power plant – but also a strong team.”
ResInvest Group founder and chair Tomáš Novotný said: “By acquiring Datteln 4, we are pursuing our strategy of investing in infrastructure assets where we see long-term value. We are committed to ensuring reliable operations today, while remaining ready to meet future energy needs.”
The agreement is subject to necessary regulatory approvals. Once these have been granted, the transaction will be finalized, transferring ownership of the facility and its workforce to ResInvest Group.
The sale comes at a time when Uniper is diversifying its portfolio and developing renewable energy projects. In May, the company announced its first solar power farms in Sweden, a joint effort with solar energy company Solgrid.
Through this deal, Uniper fulfills its commitments under the EU framework, while ResInvest Group gains control of a modern power station with established operations. The transition is expected to maintain energy supply stability in the region while ensuring that the plant continues to operate efficiently under its new ownership.
