AMPYR Distributed Energy (ADE), part of the AGP Group, has announced the acquisition of Shawton Energy (Shawton), a specialist provider of fully-funded solar energy solutions to UK businesses.
The deal is set to reinforce ADE’s standing in the UK distributed energy market by incorporating Shawton’s experience and commercial relationships, expanding both its customer base and operational capacity.
Since its launch in early 2024, ADE has rapidly grown in the UK’s onsite renewables sector and recently expanded into Germany. The company now manages a portfolio of over 100MW of contracted capacity across more than 150 sites.
Shawton, founded in 2019, will maintain its focus on delivering onsite renewable installations to provide cheaper, greener energy to businesses. The firm will retain its established brand, team, and Warrington offices.
ADE is slated to collaborate closely, supplying competitive Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) funding and strategic support for Shawton’s customer pipeline.
Commenting on the move, John Behan, CEO of ADE, stated: “This acquisition is the latest in a number of strategic moves that cement ADE’s position as a leader in the European C&I solar market. With ambitious growth targets, we are actively expanding our capabilities and assets under management.
Our goal is to lead the sector by making onsite energy simple for our customers and partners.” Behan added, “We have been impressed with the growth trajectory of Shawton under the leadership of Jamie Shaw. Shawton has built a strong market reputation and solid operating base of assets, alongside a material pipeline with leading corporates.
“We look forward to working closely with Jamie and his team to accelerate the deployment of onsite renewables across the UK.”
Shawton’s previous investment from Lazard Asset Management in 2023 facilitated the completion of multiple long-term rooftop PPA projects and the development of the Point Lane 8.6 MWp solar farm.
Jamie Shaw, founder and CEO of Shawton, noted the significance of the acquisition, saying: “Our partnership with ADE marks an exciting new chapter for our business. By joining forces, we have access to the capital and resources that will further support our growth in a consolidating market and competitive environment.”
Rob Wall, head of private infrastructure at Lazard Asset Management, concluded that the transaction “positions Shawton for its next phase of growth.”
[Image caption: Shawton Energy Point Lane solar farm. Image credit: AMPYR]
