Schroders Greencoat, the energy transition infrastructure manager at British asset manager Schroders Capital, has acquired a biomethane platform in the Netherlands to expand its footprint in the sector.
The company has acquired a 100% stake in APF Energy, a platform previously owned by SWEN Capital Partners, a Paris-headquartered private market investor.
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Biomethane serves as a direct substitute for natural gas that can be injected into existing grid infrastructure, making it a key energy source in reducing Europe’s reliance on fossil fuels. The Netherlands has emerged as a key hub for biomethane development due to its high volume of agricultural feedstock combined with one of the densest gas distribution networks in Europe.
The latest acquisition complements Schroders Greencoat’s existing portfolio, which alongside renewable infrastructure assets includes commitments to anaerobic digestion and the biofuels sector.
James Reid, investment director at Schroders Greencoat, commented: “This transaction is an example of our focus on established platforms with operational assets, a clear development pathway for pipeline assets and exposure to a segment of the energy transition where the structural case is compelling. We look forward to working closely with APF Energy’s management team to continue scaling the platform and drive forward the decarbonisation of the Dutch energy system.”
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