SUBSCRIBE
PROFILE

TotalEnergies acquires West Burton B for £450 million

TotalEnergies strengthens its position in the UK market with the purchase of West Burton B, a 1.3 GW gas-fired power station in England, for £450 million. This strategic acquisition is designed to support the company's flexible power generation capacity.

Share:

TotalEnergies Acquiert West Burton B pour 450 Millions de sterling.

Gain full professional access to energynews.pro from 4.90$/month.
Designed for decision-makers, with no long-term commitment.

Over 30,000 articles published since 2021.
150 new market analyses every week to decode global energy trends.

Monthly Digital PRO PASS

Immediate Access
4.90$/month*

No commitment – cancel anytime, activation in 2 minutes.

START NOW — 4.90$/month

*Special launch offer: 1st month at the indicated price, then 14.90 $/month, no long-term commitment.

Annual Digital PRO Pass

Full Annual Access
99$/year*

To access all of energynews.pro without any limits

SUBSCRIBE — 99$/year

*Introductory annual price for year one, automatically renewed at 149.00 $/year from the second year.

Sign up for free to unlock this article

TotalEnergies has completed the acquisition of West Burton Energy from EIG, adding the West Burton B gas-fired power station to its portfolio. This modern power plant, equipped with three combined-cycle turbines (CCGT) and a 49 MW battery storage system, was commissioned in 2013 and supplies around 1.8 million homes. This acquisition enables TotalEnergies to compensate for the intermittency of its renewable projects, ensuring a continuous supply of electricity. With 1.1 GW of installed renewable generation capacity and 4.5 GW under development in the UK, TotalEnergies plans to dispose of 50% of the West Burton B assets, in order to maintain 700 MW of gas-fired generation capacity. This strategy reflects the company’s commitment to providing reliable, sustainable energy while strengthening its trading capabilities in the electricity and gas markets. This project will further strengthen the UK’s energy investments as it seeks to diversify its resources, notably with new historic nuclear projects.

Strengthening Gas Trading and Supply Capacities

The integration of West Burton B will enable TotalEnergies to strengthen its trading operations in the UK, increasing its ability to offer affordable and available energy. By leveraging its positions in natural gas production, where it operates 30% of the country’s projects, TotalEnergies can optimize supply to the newly acquired plant. This transaction brings TotalEnergies’ global flexible power generation portfolio to around 7 GW of gross capacity. At the same time, the company continues to develop its renewable energy projects, reaching a capacity of 23 GW worldwide. This strategic diversification is crucial to achieving the company’s target of 12% profitability by 2028.

A Strong Presence in the United Kingdom

Present in the UK for over 60 years, TotalEnergies employs over 1,800 people across the entire energy value chain. The company is a major player in the hydrocarbon sector, operating around 30% of the UK’s continental shelf gas production. In 2023, TotalEnergies’ average production will reach 142,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day. TotalEnergies’ offshore wind portfolio in the UK is also substantial, with over 5 GW of gross renewable capacity, including projects such as Seagreen (1.1 GW in operation) and other major projects under development such as West of Orkney (2 GW) and Outer Dowsing (1.5 GW). The company is also a leading supplier of gas and electricity to businesses and the public sector, with over 300,000 customers. The acquisition of West Burton B marks a key step for TotalEnergies in its strategy to diversify and strengthen its flexible energy production capabilities. This operation consolidates its position in the UK market and supports its growth and profitability objectives.

  • Popular on energynews.pro
Iraq and Oman in talks to build new oil pipeline to secure exports to Asia
Ørsted launches capital increase to fund Sunrise Wind and strengthen structure
BII commits $7.5mn to support power interconnection in Nigeria
Russian Arctic LNG 2 deliveries to Asia to slow this winter
IAEA revises nuclear growth forecasts upward through 2050
Nigeria and Libya study 3,300 km gas pipeline to connect to Europe
Nigeria and Libya have initiated technical discussions on a new pipeline project to transport Nigerian gas to Europe through the Mediterranean network.
China–Russia: Beijing secures a gas hedge with PoS2 and LNG cargoes
Shipments of liquefied natural gas and higher pipeline flows strengthen China’s gas optionality, while testing the sanctions regime and reshaping price–volume trade-offs for the next decade.
Canada fast-tracks five major energy and mining projects
The Canadian government aims to reduce approval delays for strategic projects, including liquefied natural gas, nuclear and mining operations, amid growing trade tensions with the United States.
Sub-Saharan Africa LNG exports expected to triple by 2034
Liquefied natural gas exports in sub-Saharan Africa will reach 98 bcm by 2034, driven by Nigeria, Mozambique, and the entry of new regional producers.
Angola invests in natural gas despite technical challenges at Soyo
Backed by an ambitious public investment plan, Angola is betting on gas to offset declining oil output, but the Angola LNG plant in Soyo continues to face operational constraints.
Finland criticises Hungary and Slovakia over Russian oil purchases
Finnish President Alexander Stubb denounced fossil fuel imports from Russia by Hungary and Slovakia as the EU prepares its 19th sanctions package against Moscow.
JERA targets 20-year contract for Alaskan LNG with Glenfarne
Japanese giant JERA has signed a letter of intent to purchase one million tonnes of LNG per year from Alaska, as part of a strategic energy agreement with the United States.
Chevron and HelleniQ Energy submit joint bid for four gas blocks off Crete
US-based Chevron has submitted a bid with HelleniQ Energy to explore four offshore blocks south of Crete, marking a new strategic step in gas exploration in the Eastern Mediterranean.
GTT wins contract for LNG tanks on floating unit in Africa
GTT has been selected by Samsung Heavy Industries to design cryogenic tanks for a floating natural gas liquefaction unit, scheduled for deployment at an offshore site in Africa.
BlackRock and partners target $10.3 billion for Aramco gas deal financing
A consortium led by BlackRock is in talks to raise up to $10.3 billion to finance a gas infrastructure deal with Aramco, including a dual-tranche loan structure and potential sukuk issuance.
TotalEnergies strengthens its presence in the United States with Rio Grande LNG Train 4
TotalEnergies commits to Train 4 of the Rio Grande LNG project in Texas, consolidating its position in liquefied natural gas with a 10% direct stake and a 1.5 Mtpa offtake agreement.
EQT signs 20-year deal for 1 Mtpa LNG with Commonwealth LNG
US producer EQT has secured a twenty-year liquefied natural gas supply contract with Commonwealth LNG, tied to a Gulf Coast terminal under development.
TotalEnergies confirms imminent investment decision for new LNG train in Texas
The Chief Executive Officer of TotalEnergies said that NextDecade would formalise on Tuesday a final investment decision for a new liquefaction unit under the Rio Grande LNG project in the United States.
McDermott wins major contract for $25bn gas liquefaction unit in Louisiana
Monkey Island LNG has awarded McDermott the design of a gas terminal with a potential capacity of 26 MTPA, using a modular format to increase on-site output density and reduce execution risks.
Two sanctioned Russian LNG carriers deliver to China despite restrictions
The Voskhod and Zarya vessels, targeted by Western sanctions, departed China’s Beihai terminal after potentially offloading liquefied natural gas from the Arctic LNG 2 project.
ADNOC Gas joins FTSE Emerging Index, unlocking up to $250mn in investments
ADNOC Gas will join the FTSE Emerging Index on September 22, potentially unlocking up to $250mn in liquidity, according to market projections.
BlueNord lowers Tyra production guidance for Q3 2025
Norwegian company BlueNord has revised downward its production forecasts for the Tyra gas field for the third quarter, following unplanned outages and more impactful maintenance than anticipated.
Monkey Island LNG integrates ConocoPhillips technology in strategic agreement
Monkey Island LNG adopts ConocoPhillips' Optimized Cascade® process for its 26 MTPA terminal in Louisiana, establishing a technology partnership focused on operational efficiency and competitive gas export pricing.
NextDecade signs 20-year LNG deal with EQT for 1.5 MTPA from Train 5
NextDecade has signed a liquefied natural gas supply agreement with EQT for 1.5 million tonnes annually from Rio Grande LNG Train 5, pending a final investment decision.
Sawgrass LNG extends supply contract with Barbados until 2030
Sawgrass LNG & Power has renewed its liquefied natural gas supply agreement with state-owned BNECL, consolidating a commercial cooperation that began in 2016.

Log in to read this article

You'll also have access to a selection of our best content.