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Taranis acquires minority stake in Rougier Afrique International
Taranis, an investment and asset management firm, has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire a 35% minority stake in Rougier Afrique International (“Rougier”) from the Deposit and Consignment Fund of Gabon. This transaction is part of a continuity-driven shareholder strategy and remains subject to the necessary administrative and regulatory approvals. The investment leverages the complementary expertise of both partners in the Congo Basin.
Rougier has over 100 years of experience in the timber industry, with 70 years in Gabon and 25 in Congo, establishing itself as a recognized leader in sustainable forest management. Committed to responsible management practices, Rougier’s operational subsidiary, Rougier Afrique International, focuses on combining economic activity with the preservation of biodiversity in natural ecosystems.
Taranis brings dual expertise one is technological know-how with its activities in the circular carbon economy (Carbon Ventures), access to sustainable energy in Africa (Energy for Africa) and carbon capture by natural ecosystems (Nature-Based Solutions); and the other is technical and industrial capabilities of Perenco, a major player in the sustainable development of hydrocarbons in the region.
Read the original article here: https://www.lesprom.com/en/news/Taranis_acquires_minority_stake_in_Rougier_Afrique_International_117204/
Maldives opens call for up to 150-MW solar project with storage
The Maldivian government has invited proposals for a substantial solar and battery storage facility with a capacity of up to 150 megawatts (MW), aimed at bolstering the nation’s power infrastructure.
According to the Expression of Interest (EOI) published on Sunday, interested parties have until 27 February 2025 to submit their proposals to the Ministry of Finance and Planning. The proposed development, slated for the Greater Male region, will require developers to design, build, finance, own, operate and transfer the facility. The solar component should range between 100-150 MW, whilst the battery storage specifications remain flexible.
Official figures from July 2024 show the Maldives’ total electricity capacity stands at 600 MW, with solar contributing 68.5 MW, accounting for 6% of national power consumption. An additional 90 MW of solar projects are currently under development. The island nation aims to generate 33% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2028.
Read the original article here: https://renewablesnow.com/news/maldives-opens-call-for-up-to-150-mw-solar-project-with-storage-1270617/
Gemini joins Europe’s crypto race with Malta’s regulatory approval
Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has received in-principle approval from Malta’s financial watchdog for an investment firm licence, marking a significant step towards its European expansion. The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) approval positions Gemini to offer regulated crypto services across the European Economic Area. The firm plans to use Malta as its base for its Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) application.
A full licence would enable Gemini to provide regulated futures and options trading under MiFID II regulations, meeting growing institutional demand across Europe. Mark Jennings, Head of Europe at Gemini, called the approval a crucial milestone, highlighting increasing demand for crypto derivatives among institutional investors. The exchange plans to enhance its service offerings, including perpetual futures alongside its existing spot exchange and OTC trading systems.
The move aligns with a broader trend of crypto firms expanding their European presence ahead of MiCA’s implementation, the EU’s first comprehensive digital assets framework adopted in 2023.
Read the original article here: https://cryptoslate.com/gemini-joins-europes-crypto-race-with-maltas-regulatory-approval/
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