Solar Power Plant Investment Opportunity in Serbia

Opportunity

Sale of 100% share capital of a company (hereinafter "the Company") located in Vojvodina, Serbia. The company owns 5,2ha construction land with some buildings on it with total floor area of 742m². The Company has an approval for a design and connection to the power grid system of a solar power plant UPP (colloquially known as the “grid connection approval”) WITHOUT having to install power battery storage equipment. Such an approval significantly reduces investment and operative costs and improves profitability of the project. Such approvals are no longer issued.

The installation of a battery storage system can significantly increase the initial investment costs in a solar power plant and reduce the return on invested capital (ROI).

1. Initial costs: The installation of a battery system can significantly increase the total project costs by 30-50%, depending on the capacity of the batteries and the technology used.
2. Maintenance: Battery systems require regular maintenance and possible replacement, which further increases operating costs during exploitation.
3. Longer payback period: Due to higher initial costs, the payback period can be longer. Instead of the standard 6-9 years for a solar power plant without batteries, the payback period for a solar power plant with batteries can be extended to 12-15 years.

Transaction - sale of a construction plot with all documentation or sale of a special purpose company (SPV) on the basis of "debt free cash free" (DFCF), which means that the existing debt is deducted from the purchase price, cash in the company's account is added to the purchase price. The Company is not trading, it is dormant, and offered for sale with all its assets. The company has no liabilities or employees. See further info in the "Additional Information" section below.

Description

We are pleased to present the sale of a company that owns a prime building plot of 51.692m², featuring several structures totalling 741m². Both the land and the buildings are fully registered with the Cadastre, ensuring a clear and clean ownership title. There are no encumbrances or notices affecting the property, providing peace of mind to potential buyers.

A significant asset of this Company is its design and connection solution (uslovi za projektovanje i priključenje solarne elektrane UPP), issued by Electric Power Distribution of Serbia (Elektrodistribucija Srbije). This approval is essential for constructing a solar power plant and connecting it to the electricity distribution system (DSEE). The solar power plant has an approved capacity of 999 kW, and notably, the issued conditions do not require the installation of batteries for energy storage. This means that all generated electricity can be sold directly to the market through the approved connection to electricity distribution system (DSEE), significantly reducing both investment and operational costs. The absence of battery storage requirements eliminates the need for installation, maintenance, and eventual replacement, making this an exceptionally cost-effective solution. It is important to highlight that such licenses are no longer being issued, adding to the uniqueness of this opportunity.

Versatile potentials of the construction land

The land, designated as a construction plot of nearly 5,2 hectares, offers a variety of potential uses. Approximately 1,1 to 1,3 hectares of this area are suitable for the construction of a solar power plant. The remaining land can be utilized for diverse purposes, including:

1. Expansion of the solar power plant: additional capacity can be developed to increase energy production;



2. Construction of a charging station for electric vehicles - considering the proximity of the highway with local and international transit traffic, an outstanding option would be to build a charging station for electric vehicles, with, say, 15-20 charging points that would be supplied with electricity from the solar panels. The capacity of the solar power plant can be increased to supply electricity to the chargers. Electricity sold through chargers is always more expensive than electricity sold through the distribution network. This service can be combined with a convenient catering and retail facility where drivers can take a break and purchase some refreshments or food or shop in the store. In addition to the sale of 1MW electricity through the distribution network, these additional services (chargers + catering services + retail) would be additional revenues.
3. Construction of production facilities: the land can accommodate production facilities that utilize electricity generated by the solar power plant for their operational needs, with the option to sell any surplus energy back to the power grid;
4. Logistics and distribution centre: given its proximity to the future highway and connections to the Hungarian and Romanian borders, the site is ideal for establishing a logistics and distribution centre. This facility could also leverage electricity from the solar power plant, selling excess energy to the grid;
5. Sale of Excess Land: the new owner has the option to sell off approximately 4 hectares of the land while retaining the portion designated for the solar power plant, should they choose to focus solely on electricity production;
6. Other Development Opportunities: the remaining land can be repurposed for various other uses, depending on the buyer's vision and needs.

This flexibility in land usage enhances the attractiveness of the property, making it a valuable investment opportunity in the growing renewable energy sector and beyond. With the new highway construction, the value of all land in close proximity always increases.

Solar power plant

The company has a legally binding Design and Connection Solution for a solar power plant AND a connection of this SPP to the national electricity transmission grid system (DCEE) without storage batteries.

1. Key technical data about the SPP:
1. Approved power plant: 999kW, which means that the power plant can deliver 999kW to the distribution system every hour, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In other words, theoretically, the power plant could deliver 8,751.24MW of electricity to the distribution system on an annual basis. This solar power plant is not obliged to use batteries to store the generated electricity, which makes the whole investment particularly attractive. However, the possibility of using batteries should be investigated in order to increase the possibility of selling electricity to the distribution system. From a financial point of view, the breakeven point of the project's profitability should be looked at and, based on that, the largest possible sale of electricity to the distribution system should be planned
2. Number of inverters in the power plant: 10
3. Mode of operation: The power plant works in parallel with DCEE, with the delivery of electricity to DCEE in its entirety (except for own consumption).
2. Connection method and technical description:
1. Connection type: individual
2. Connection character: permanent
3. Place of connection of the power plant to the DCEE: Direct cable connection to the transformer of 20 (10) kV from the building of the SPP where all production equipment is housed
4. Connection to the DCEE Network: The SN cable for connection to the DSEE extends from the construction parcel and runs alongside the existing public road to the existing 10kV power line (it does not cross private land), which is about 100m away. The transformer station 35/10kV/kv is slightly further, at a distance of about 200m.
5. The rated voltage of the network at the point of connection to the DCEE is Un =10kV. After the cancellation of the 35/10kV transformation, the nominal network voltage at the point of connection of the power plant to the DCEE will be Un =20kV.
3. Validity of Decision: The decision was issued on October 13, 2023, and the conditions stated therein are valid for 24 months. Parties can submit a request for extension of these conditions 30 days prior to the expiration of the validity period.
4. Other technical conditions and details are contained in the approval document, which will be made available to the potential buyer during his due diligence process.

Location

The company’s land is situated close to the “Smile of Vojvodina” highway, providing excellent accessibility and transportation links. The strategic location of this land, combined with the approved grid connection, makes this an attractive investment opportunity. The potential for solar power generation at this location is significant, and the proximity to the highway ensures easy transportation of materials and personnel. In other words, this building plot is close to and will have an easy access to the highway for distribution of goods manufactured (in a manufacturing plant) or stored (in a distribution centre) on the building plot.

Highway "Smile of Vojvodina"

The Smile of Vojvodina highway is a planned high-speed road that will connect two border crossings with Hungary (Bački Breg) and Romania (Nakovo). The construction of this road through Vojvodina was recently - again - confirmed by the President of Serbia, Aleksandar Vučić, when he presented the "Leap into the Future, Serbia 2027" plan. According to the statements of President Vučić, this highway should be finished by 2026. The "Smile of Vojvodina" will be built by the Chinese company China Construction Eighth Engineering Division, the first part of the highway will be financed by a loan from the Chinese Exim Bank.

Market

The Serbian government has recently adopted the Integrated National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP) for the period until 2030, with projections extending to 2050. The Plan is aligned with the Law on the Use of Renewable Energy Sources and with Europe's vision for the decarbonization of the energy sector This plan aims to significantly boost the share of renewable energy in the country’s electricity mix, targeting 45% from renewable sources by 2030.

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Terms and conditions of sale

• Sale of Land or Share Capital: The sale encompasses 100% of the Company’s share capital or the construction land with the approval.
• Acquisition: The buyer will acquire all the property detailed in this document, along with all future financial and other benefits derived from that property, effective from the moment of purchase.
• Ownership: The construction land is registered in the Cadastre, free from encumbrances and notices, ensuring full and clean ownership title.
• Financial Status: The Company has no outstanding debts to banks or other financial institutions, with the exception of a shareholder loan which will be settled prior to the company’s purchase.
• Due Diligence: All relevant documentation will be made available to the buyer for due diligence before the purchase.
• Price: The purchase price is set at €250,000. Please note that no tax is payable on the transfer of shares, the sale of land attracts 2,5% conveyance tax.

Contact us

SEECAP Consulting is the exclusive financial and sales consultant of the seller and all inquiries regarding this sale MUST be addressed EXCLUSIVELY to Zoran Mitic by email [email protected] or by mobile phone/Viber/WhatsApp/Telegram +381 63 377 960 ili +381 11 36 35 935 or by using contact form below.