AcquisitionsJun 4, 2026, 06:07 AM
TransAlta Acquires $1B Colorado Gas Assets, Launches $350M Share Offering
AI Summary
TransAlta Corporation announced its agreement to acquire two natural gas peaking facilities in Colorado for a total transaction value of $1 billion. The acquisition, which includes assuming $750 million in debt and raising $250 million in equity, is being funded in part by a concurrent $350 million bought deal offering of common shares. The two facilities, totaling 318 MW, are 100% contracted for over 25 years with investment-grade customers and are expected to add approximately $80 million in annual Adjusted EBITDA. The acquisition is expected to close in early Q4 2026.
Key Highlights
- TransAlta to acquire two fully-contracted gas peaking facilities in Colorado for $1 billion.
- Acquisition includes assumption of $750 million in debt and $250 million in equity.
- Concurrent $350 million bought deal offering of common shares to fund equity portion.
- Assets total 318 MW and are contracted for 25+ years with investment grade customers.
- Expected to add ~$80 million in annual Adjusted EBITDA and ~$33 million in annual Free Cash Flow.
- Transaction expected to close early Q4 2026, subject to customary conditions.
- Bought deal offering of 18.2 million shares at $19.20 per share, with a 15% over-allotment option.
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