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Transaction News
Apricum acts as financial advisor to AmpTank on sale of Finland BESS project to United Bankers
Nov 13, 2024 | Transaction news
Apricum – The Cleantech Advisory acted as exclusive sell-side M&A advisor to its client AmpTank in its sale of a majority stake of a 30MW/60MWh BESS project in Finland.
Apricum assists Klarsolar in its successful acquisition by E.ON Energie Deutschland
Dec 12, 2023 | Transaction news
Apricum navigated Klarsolar’s successful acquisition by providing strategic guidance from deal structuring to closing.
Apricum prevails against the macro environment to deliver Ryse Energy’s capital raise, led by RWE
Apr 12, 2023 | Transaction news
Apricum supported Ryse Energy in raising $15m in a round led by RWE Energy Transition, an investment vehicle of RWE.
Apricum’s financial advisory services support Insolight’s capital raise in the agrivoltaic space
Dec 14, 2022 | Transaction news
Apricum announces the successful completion of their recent capital raise mandate to support Swiss agrivoltaic solutions provider Insolight S.A.’s strategic scale up.
Staff News
Apricum promotes Dr. Hendrik Kienert to Partner
Apr 1, 2025 | Staff news
Apricum – The Cleantech Advisory is thrilled to announce the promotion of Dr. Hendrik Kienert from principal to partner. His strategic vision and dedication have played a crucial role in driving growth and innovation at Apricum.
Apricum announces a host of promotions for members of its strategy consulting and transaction advisory teams
Apr 1, 2025 | Staff news
Apricum is thrilled to announce a range of promotions across Apricum’s Berlin, London and Dubai offices, acknowledging the commitment, effort and professional growth of these individuals.
Apricum welcomes new Consultant Alberto Vinci
Mar 31, 2025 | Staff news
Apricum – The Cleantech Advisory is pleased to announce the appointment of Alberto Vinci as consultant for our Paris office.
Apricum appoints India cleantech expert Vinay Rustagi to its team of senior advisors
Mar 3, 2025 | Staff news
Apricum’s new Senior Advisor Vinay Rustagi brings profound regional expertise and knowledge of the cleantech sector in India and other South Asian markets.
Event News
May 6, 2025, Munich: Solar Energy Storage Future Germany 2025
Apricum Senior Advisor Joachim Rupp will be speaking at Solar Energy Storage Future Germany 2025, a key event addressing the future of European solar and storage.
Joachim will be presenting on “Highlighting the investor’s current appetite for renewable energy and energy storage,” offering key insights into market trends and financing opportunities. Connect with Joachim to explore how Apricum’s expertise can support your business.Get in touch to arrange a meeting.
May 6–9, 2025, Munich: Intersolar Europe / ees Europe
The annual Intersolar Europe and ees Europe conferences are always a highlight on Apricum’s conference calendar. And Apricum is proud to again sponsor ees Europe. The Apricum team led by Managing Partner Nikolai Dobrott, Partner Florian Haacke and Partner Dr. Hendrik Kienert will be in Munich to attend both from May 6–9, 2025.
Apricum Director Chris Bryan, who leads Apricum’s transaction advisory business, will be one of the speakers at the conference.
Day 1 Tue May 6, 2025
- 2.30pm–4.00pm session: Chris Bryan will moderate: Commercial Models for Utility-Scale BESS – How Investor Appetite Is Shaping the Development Process in Germany
We would welcome the chance to meet you. To arrange a meeting please contact Nikolai Dobrott.
May 20, 2025, Hamburg: European Development & Finance Forum
Apricum Managing Partner Nikolai Dobrott will be attending NPM’s European Development & Finance Forum 2025, taking place on May 20 in Hamburg, Germany. This leading industry event will bring together key stakeholders from the renewable energy development and finance sectors for a day of expert content, in-depth panel discussions, and strategic networking. Participants will benefit from valuable market insights through interactive sessions, keynote presentations, and informed debates, while exploring new opportunities and connections to drive deals forward for 2025 and beyond.
If you are planning to be there, get in touch with Nikolai Dobrott to discuss how Apricum’s expertise in strategy and corporate finance can help you succeed in the energy transition.
May 20–21, 2025, Munich: 2nd European EV Industry Chain Conference (EuEVIC)
Join Apricum Partner Florian Haacke and Director Alex Metz at the 2nd European EV Industry Chain Conference (EuEVIC) in Munich. With the theme “Empowering Electric Mobility Through Partnerships and Innovation,” this event will explore key advancements in electric vehicles, battery technology and charging infrastructure in Europe.
Both Florian Haacke and Alex Metz will participate as expert panelists on these topics:
- Challenges in Charging Infrastructure Collaboration Among Utilities, CPOs, OEMs, and Battery Companies: Solutions and Approaches
- Continued Investment in the EV Battery Sector – Crucial for Speeding Up Progress and Enhancing Europe’s Global Competitiveness
To arrange a meeting, please contact either Florian Haacke or Alex Metz.
In the Media
Apricum Senior Advisor Sean Riddick Featured in fDi Intelligence
Feb 10, 2025 | In the media
Apricum Senior Advisor Sean Riddick was recently featured in fDi Intelligence, providing insights on the resilience of the U.S. cleantech market amid shifting political dynamics.
pv magazine energy storage news, Nov 2024: The MENA region – the next hot market for energy storage!
Nov 20, 2024 | In the media
Apricum Partner Florian Mayr was invited by pv magazine energy storage news to summarize developments in the energy storage market in the MENA region. He wrote this article, "The MENA region – the next hot market for energy storage!" supported by Apricum Director...
Energy Storage News: Undeniable momentum behind energy storage in Europe
Apr 17, 2024 | In the media
Apricum Partner Florian Mayr shared his expert insights with Energy Storage News’ Andy Colthorpe for his article on energy storage.
Handelsblatt: Price war in China’s solar industry
Mar 7, 2024 | In the media
In a recent interview with Handelsblatt, Senior Advisor and China Country Representative, Frank Haugwitz, discussed the current state of China’s solar industry and provided insight into the challenges it faces.