Nala Renewables begins construction of 50MW/100MWh BESS storage project in Finland with Sungrow and KSBR

London, 11 November 2025 - Nala Renewables, a global power and renewable energy platform and independent power producer, has begun the construction of a 50MW/100MWh Battery Energy Storage System(BESS) project located in Kauhava, Finland.

Societe Generale is providing the long-term finance for the project which is being delivered by Sungrow and KSBR.

Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, will supply twenty-two 5MWh units of its award-winning PowerTitan 2.0 BESS for this project.

The project is expected to commence operations by the end of 2026.

Once complete, Trafigura, a market leader in the global commodities industry, will utilise the BESS capacity for its European trading activities. Nala is a joint venture between Trafigura and funds managed by IFM Investors.

Mike O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer of Nala Renewables said: “We are delighted to be breaking ground on Nala’s first project in Finland, which we see as a strategically important market for BESS in Europe. We are especially pleased to involve Trafigura’s energy trading business in the project, supporting a more resilient and flexible grid in Finland.”

“This project is using market leading technology to accelerate the transition to clean energy in Finland – contributing to reserve markets and featuring grid-forming capabilities that enhance overall network stability.”

James Li, ESS Director of Sungrow Europe said: “We are truly delighted by the trust that Nala Renewables has placed in Sungrow for this landmark project in Finland. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to advancing energy storage innovation in Europe. Our team is fully dedicated to delivering not only cutting-edge technology of battery energy storage system, but also the highest levels of operation service and plant's lifecycle management.”

Janne Kananen, Director of energy and civil construction at KSBR, said: “We are proud to support Nala Renewables in expanding their operations to Finland and appreciate the confidence they have shown in KSBR by selecting us to deliver their first BESS project in the country.”

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About Nala Renewables:

Nala Renewables is a global power and renewable energy platform and an independent power producer focused on solar, wind and battery storage projects. Nala is a joint venture between Trafigura, one of the world’s leading independent commodity trading companies, and funds managed by IFM Investors.

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