Kelag International strengthens European presence with brand unification

Kelag International has unified its subsidiaries under its single brand. The move is strengthening the group’s European identity, it said. It reflects the group’s ambition to become a key driver of Europe’s green energy transition through long-term, sustainable investments and strong regional partnerships, according to Kelag International.

International entities now operating under the Kelag International brand, including Interenergo, were already part of the group. They have completed their legal and brand transition. The company based in Klagenfurt, Austria, said the alignment of brand identity was designed to enhance visibility, strengthen cooperation and facilitate the transfer of expertise across markets, while ensuring a consistent strategic and operational approach across the group.

Kelag International, which has offices in nine other countries, is active across 14 European markets. The broader platform is covering Southeast Europe, the Mediterranean and the Iberian Peninsula.

“Uniting our international activities under the Kelag International brand is a strategic decision that positions us among the most ambitious players in Europe’s energy transition,” said Managing Director of Kelag International Christian Schwarz.

Local roots remain, strengthened by European network

Long-standing partnerships remain at the core of the company’s approach, the announcement reads. What changes is the scale and connectivity. Local expertise is now supported by a wider European network, shared resources and coordinated strategic development, Kelag International pointed out.

Schwarz: Uniting our international activities under the Kelag International brand is a strategic decision that positions us among the most ambitious players in Europe’s energy transition

It operates 54 renewable energy facilities with a total installed capacity of 280 MW, producing more than 680 GWh of green electricity annually. It is enough to supply nearly 200,000 households. The company has more than 160 employees.

Balanced technology mix for resilient energy future

Kelag International follows a clear guiding principle: the balanced development of all key renewable energy technologies, from solar and wind to hydropower, tailored to the specific requirements of each market, the update adds. In response to the growing share of renewables in Europe’s power system, the group is increasingly focusing on flexibility solutions, system stability and security of supply.

A particular emphasis is placed on the development of energy storage and battery systems, which are essential for grid balancing, price stability and long-term decarbonization, the company said.

Kelag International revealed that its development activity is strongest in Italy, followed by Croatia and the wider Balkan region, where several new renewable energy projects are in advanced stages of development and nearing completion. It aims to reach 818 MW of installed capacity by 2035 and generate 1.69 TWh of renewable electricity per year. The company stressed that it is offering stable, long-term and sustainable energy supply solutions to large electricity consumers.

“Alongside project development and operations, we are also active in the wholesale supply of electricity, including the structuring and management of long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) for industrial customers and energy markets — supporting the integration of renewable energy into Europe’s energy system,” it added.