GASCADE Gastransport GmbH is a German transmission system operator that plans, builds, and operates a large high-pressure natural gas pipeline network across Germany. Headquartered in Kassel, it provides regulated third-party access and capacity booking at domestic and cross-border interconnection points, supporting reliable gas transport, system balancing, and market integration under German and EU energy regulations.
GASCADE connects key supply sources, storage facilities, and neighboring European markets through its network and interconnections. The company is preparing its infrastructure for the energy transition by converting and expanding assets to transport hydrogen and other decarbonized gases, aiming to develop a hydrogen-ready backbone that supports industrial demand and security of supply.
Deal via Hy24’s Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund buying Lubmin‑Brandov Assets GmbH & Co. KG; OPAL spans 470 km; northern section converted Dec 2025, full conversion by end‑2030; needs approvals.
Divestment transfers 100% of Lubmin-Brandov Assets GmbH & Co. KG to buyer's Clean Hydrogen Infrastructure Fund; aligns with EU state‑aid remedies and hydrogen conversion timeline for OPAL.
Europe's energy shift needs offshore wind and hydrogen integration in the North Sea for decarbonization, affordability, and supply security, requiring clear policies and infrastructure.
Uniper is selling its OPAL stake per EU decision. Expressions of interest are due by Jan 29, 2026. The process will be open and transparent.
