Orsted eyes £4.46bn windfall from Hornsea 1 offshore project wind deal

Michael Holder
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Danish developer agrees to sell 50 per cent stake in 1.2GW project to US-based investor Global Infrastructure Partners

Ørsted is set to enjoy a £4.46bn boost over the next two years after agreeing to sell a 50 per cent stake in the 1.2GW Hornsea 1 offshore wind farm, which is currently under construction off the coast...

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