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centrica completes acquisition of mw severn power station 0001

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Centrica expands its UK gas-fired generation capacity via acquisition of an efficient CCGT plant. The deal increases Centrica's dispatchable power assets, supporting its energy supply business and capacity market revenues. No immediate scarcity or price impact; the mechanism is a long-term capacity and margin expansion for Centrica's generation segment.

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  • Centrica acquired Severn CCGT power station for ~£370 million.
  • Severn has 850 MW operating capacity, commissioned Q4 2010.
  • Centrica's total UK/Ireland generation capacity reaches 4 GW (1 GW in planning/construction).
  • Expected average capacity market payments of £35 million annually until 2030.
  • Projected annual EBITDA of £30-60 million from 2027.

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