Back 13 Jun 2025

Sembcorp Boosts Stake in Senoko Energy to 50% with S$72 Million Acquisition

Link: https://links.sgx.com/1.0.0/corporate-announcements/LW55D5JPHQD3LN7I/f497ab01df15c8899afc9e32881f2c4afea31b46caf43d817f26a7a406ed1ccc

Summary:

  • Sembcorp, via its subsidiary Sembcorp Utilities, has completed the acquisition of a 28.6% stake in Lion Power (2008) Pte. Ltd. for S$72 million.

  • This raises Sembcorp’s effective ownership in Senoko Energy to 50%, marking a strategic expansion in Singapore’s energy sector.

  • The deal includes a S$69 million purchase price and a S$3 million working capital adjustment.

  • The acquisition strengthens Sembcorp’s role in enhancing Singapore’s energy security and reliability.

  • It is expected to be earnings accretive for FY2025 but will not significantly affect net tangible assets per share.

  • The move aligns with Sembcorp’s ongoing efforts to deliver stable, long-term energy solutions.