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SUNOTEC, a leading European developer of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS), has signed a landmark cross-border spread hedge agreement with Shell Energy Europe B.V. (Shell). The five-year agreement marks a significant step toward enhancing energy market stability and advancing renewable energy infrastructure in Central and Eastern Europe.

The deal is tied to SUNOTEC's 600+ megawatt-hour BESS project, currently under development and scheduled to begin commercial operations in Q2 2026. The financial structure provides long-term price stability, supporting the project's viability and contributing to regional grid flexibility. Enery Portfolio Optimisation facilitated the transaction.

According to Kaloyan Velichkov, Founder and CEO of SUNOTEC, the agreement demonstrates how collaboration between established energy players can drive innovation and resilience within the sector. The initiative reflects both companies' commitment to supporting Europe's energy transition through technology, infrastructure, and advanced financial mechanisms.

Industry observers note that the deal is among the first of its kind in Central and Eastern Europe, potentially paving the way for further investment in large-scale energy storage and cross-border energy cooperation.

Source: SUNOTEC