Hyperion Renewables Powers Up with New Photovoltaic Plant Financing
Deal News | Feb 05, 2025 | Iberian Lawyer
Uría Menéndez has facilitated the financing of a new photovoltaic plant project in Estremoz, Portugal, advising Hyperion Renewables in a significant renewable energy endeavor. The project, aimed at constructing a solar plant with an installed capacity of 51.8 MW, received its financial backing from Banco Santander Totta. PLMJ represented the bank in this transaction. Hyperion Renewables is actively engaged in the energy transition field, focusing on sustainable projects. Legal guidance in this operation was provided by various teams, with Uría Menéndez's effort led by José António Reymão Nogueira, along with associates Diogo Zambujo and Francisca Costa. Regulatory oversight was managed by Gonçalo Andrade e Sousa. PLMJ's advice to Banco Santander Totta was led by Pedro Siza Vieira, supported by João Terrinha, Marta Spínola, and energy practice head João Marques Mendes, alongside Joana Campelo.
Sectors
- Renewable Energy
- Banking and Finance
- Legal Advisory Services
Geography
- Portugal – The photovoltaic plant project is located in Estremoz, within the district of Évora, Portugal.
Industry
- Renewable Energy – The article focuses on the financing of a renewable energy project, specifically a photovoltaic solar plant.
- Banking and Finance – The involvement of Banco Santander Totta in providing financing highlights the banking and finance industry's role in supporting renewable energy projects.
- Legal Advisory Services – The law firms Uría Menéndez and PLMJ's involvement in advising on the transaction points to the important role of legal services.
Financials
- 51.8 MW – The planned installed capacity of the photovoltaic plant in Estremoz.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyperion Renewables | Target Company | Company | A group specializing in renewable energy focusing on the energy transition and developing sustainable projects. |
| Banco Santander Totta | Financing Bank | Company | The bank providing financial backing for the photovoltaic plant project. |
| Uría Menéndez | Legal Advisor | Company | Advised Hyperion Renewables on the financing operation for the solar plant project. |
| PLMJ | Legal Advisor | Company | Advised Banco Santander Totta on the financing transaction. |
| José António Reymão Nogueira | Principal Associate, Banking and Finance | Person | Led the team at Uría Menéndez advising on the transaction. |
| Pedro Siza Vieira | Banking and Finance and Capital Markets Partner | Person | Led the team at PLMJ advising on the transaction. |