- Uniper's helium business sale follows EU state aid approval from December 2022.
- The sale includes helium agreements and 11,000-gallon ISO containers.
- Expressions of Interest are due by 5pm CET on 28 January 2026.
- Clearwater International is the sole financial adviser for the sale.
Sale Process
Uniper SE is initiating the sale of its helium business, following the European Commission's state aid approval decision from December 20, 2022. The sale will be conducted through an open, fair, and transparent bidding process.
Transaction Details
The sale includes a portfolio of international helium purchase, sale, and storage agreements, along with a fleet of 11,000-gallon helium ISO containers. No personnel will be transferred as part of the transaction.
Submission Guidelines
Interested parties are invited to submit their Expression of Interest, including contact details and any financial advisers, to Clearwater, the sole financial adviser mandated by Uniper SE. Submissions can be made in German or English via email to [email protected].
Deadline and Next Steps
The deadline for submitting the Expression of Interest is 5pm CET on January 28, 2026. Late or incomplete submissions may be disregarded. After receiving the Expression of Interest, Clearwater will provide interested parties with a teaser and a process letter outlining the next steps and requirements for the pre-qualification phase.