Linklaters advises Citadel on acquisition of German Power Trader FlexPower

Linklaters has advised the leading global investment firm Citadel on its definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Hamburg-based power trading firm FlexPower.

The proposed acquisition is a strategic investment by Citadel and will introduce a new era of growth for FlexPower. The combination of Citadel’s extensive risk management, technological and analytical capabilities with FlexPower’s renewable market expertise will enable FlexPower to deliver reliable power risk management solutions to a broader range of producers and consumers across Germany and Europe.

Citadel has been active in global energy markets for over 20 years. Recent expansions include the acquisition of Japanese power wholesaler Energy Grid in 2024 and the build-out of a new trading base in Australia in 2025.

The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. FlexPower will retain its brand and do business as “FlexPower (a Citadel company).”

The Linklaters cross-jurisdictional and cross-practice team was led by Corporate Partners Tracey Lochhead and Mario Pofahl, and Corporate Managing Associate Richard Ness. They were supported by specialists from Financial Regulation, Energy & Utilities and Intellectual Property.