Investing.com -- Centrica PLC (LON:CNA) has announced the acquisition of a 50% stake in the Isle of Grain LNG terminal, Europe’s largest regasification facility, in partnership with ECP for a total enterprise value of £1.5 billion. Centrica’s equity contribution to the deal is approximately £200 million, with the remainder coming from project financing. The transaction is expected to be completed in Q4 2025, subject to regulatory approvals. The Isle of Grain LNG terminal acquisition aligns with Centrica’s strategy to invest in regulated and contracted infrastructure assets. The company expects its share of EBITDA from this investment to be £100 million per year from 2026-28, with an annual dividend impact of approximately £20 million, suggesting an equity IRR of 14%. Using dividend payment as a proxy for net income, the transaction implies a 3% increase to 2026 net income forecasts. The asset supports Centrica’s £1.6 billion end-2028 EBITDA target and strengthens its role in UK energy security. This article was generated with the support of AI and reviewed by an editor. For more information see our T&C.