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Hallador Energy acquires 460 MW Siemens turbines for $350M to advance Merom gas project
HALLADOR ENERGY CO
- Purchase price $350M ($760/kW) plus ~$100M transport/refurb; total delivered cost ~$450M.
- Equipment: never-fired Siemens gas turbines, generators, steam turbine; acquired at attractive valuation.
- Expected revenue generation late 2028 to mid-2029 after Siemens restoration and MISO interconnection.
- No outstanding bank debt; $120M credit facility; contracted sales book >$2.1B supports financing.
- MISO ERAS study imminent; final investment decision expected after study completion in Sept 2026.