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    Uniper to launch sale of 20% stake in Opal gas pipeline

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    Posted on December 15, 2025

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    Last updated: January 20, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Uniper is selling its 20% stake in the Opal pipeline, fulfilling EU bailout conditions. Interested parties must respond by January 2026.

    Uniper Announces Sale of 20% Stake in Opal Gas Pipeline

    BERLIN, ‌Dec 15 (Reuters) - German state-owned utility ‍Uniper ‌will launch the sale of its ⁠20% stake in ‌the natural gas pipeline Opal, one of Europe's largest transmission corridors, the ⁠company said on Monday.

    Uniper's disposal of the ​asset was a condition set ‌by the European ⁠Commission when it approved Berlin's bailout of the utility in December ​2022, at the height of the European energy crisis triggered by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

    In a ​statement, ‍the company invited ​interested parties to submit their expression of interest by no later than January 29, 2026.

    Opal stretches around 740 kilometres from Lubmin in ⁠Germany to Brandov in the Czech Republic.

    Uniper's stake in ​Opal is held by subsidiary Lubmin-Brandov Assets GmbH & Co. KG. The remaining 80% is ‌held by GASCADE Gastransport GmbH.

    (Reporting by Rachel More, Editing by Nick Zieminski)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Uniper to sell 20% stake in Opal pipeline.
    • •Sale is a condition of EU bailout approval.
    • •Opal is a major European gas transmission corridor.
    • •Expressions of interest are due by January 2026.
    • •GASCADE Gastransport holds the remaining 80% stake.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Uniper to launch sale of 20% stake in Opal gas pipeline

    1What is a gas pipeline?

    A gas pipeline is a system of pipes used to transport natural gas from production sites to consumers, often spanning long distances.

    2What is the European Commission?

    The European Commission is the executive branch of the European Union responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, and upholding treaties.

    3What is a stake in a company?

    A stake in a company refers to ownership interest, typically represented by shares, that gives the holder a claim on the company's assets and earnings.

    4What is an asset disposal?

    Asset disposal refers to the sale or transfer of ownership of an asset, often to raise capital or streamline operations.

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