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GS Power Partners, an independent power producer and solar project developer backed by CVC DIF, <a href="https://mercomcapital.com/gs-power-partners-secures-250-million-debt-financing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">closed</a> a $250 million debt facility. Deutsche Bank acted as lead lender and arranger and is responsible for syndicating the transaction. The facility will be used to establish a centralized corporate capital platform to support GS Power’s development pipeline and long-term growth strategy.
Leapting, a company that provides intelligent robotic solutions for photovoltaic energy, <a href="https://mercomcapital.com/leapting-raises-over-14-5-million-pre-series-b-funding-round/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">secured</a> more than 100 million yuan (~$14.5 million) in a pre-series B funding round. The funding round included Capital Today as a strategic shareholder and introduced Long Capital as a new investor. Existing shareholder Clory Ventures also participated, marking its fourth consecutive round of investment in the company.
Vietnam-based rooftop solar solution provider SmartSolar <a href="https://mercomcapital.com/rooftop-solar-company-smartsolar-raises-1-3-million-debt-financing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">closed</a> a $1.3 million debt financing round, bringing its total funding to $3.15 million through a mix of equity and debt. The latest funding round included a $300,000 senior loan from the SECO Startup Fund. In addition, the German travel company SKR Reisen provided SmartSolar with a $1 million debt facility.
Good Energy, a renewable energy supplier and energy service provider, <a href="https://mercomcapital.com/good-energy-acquires-solar-panel-installer-low-energy-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">acquired</a> Low Energy Services, an installer of solar panels and battery storage systems for commercial and industrial customers. Following the acquisition, Low Energy Services will be integrated under the Good Energy brand, adding a skilled team and helping to extend Good Energy’s geographical footprint beyond England.
Integrated infrastructure services company Bluspring Enterprises <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/bluspring-acquires-steag-india-unit-to-strengthen-energy-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener">announced</a> that its wholly owned subsidiary, Bluspring New Horizon One, has executed a share purchase agreement with Germany-based STEAG Energy and STEAG Energy Services India (SESI) to acquire 100% of the latter’s paid-up share capital for a cash consideration of ₹1.8 billion (~$19.28 million). Bluspring stated that the acquisition aligns with its strategy to expand its industrial vertical and strengthen its presence in the power services segment.
Energy Storage Solutions provider ILJIN Electronics plans to <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/iljin-electronics-to-raise-%E2%82%B92-96-billion-from-amber-group-through-rights-issue" target="_blank" rel="noopener">raise</a> ₹2.96 billion (~$31.79 million) from its parent company, Amber Group, through a rights issue. Upon completion of the transaction, Amber will hold an 89.72% share in ILJIN Electronics, an increase of 0.04%. The capital infusion will help IL JIN accomplish its strategic initiatives. The rights issue process, including the allotment of equity shares to eligible equity shareholders, is expected to close on or before April 30, 2026.
Global investment firm KKR will <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/kkr-to-invest-up-to-310-million-in-e-bus-companies-allfleet-and-pmi-electro" target="_blank" rel="noopener">invest</a> up to $310 million (~₹28.63 billion) and form a partnership with electric bus (e-bus) platform Allfleet and e-bus manufacturer PMI Electro. The investment will enable KKR to acquire a majority stake in Allfleet and a minority stake in PMI Electro. The transaction is expected to be completed in mid- 2026. KKR’s investment will strengthen Allfleet’s ability to collaborate with public transport authorities to expand e-bus fleets across key cities.
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SmartSolar, a rooftop solar solution provider, has <a href="https://mercomcapital.com/smartsolar-raises-1-8-million-in-seed-funding/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">raised</a> $1.85 million in seed funding. The funding was led by Picus Capital and 2degrees, along with participation from early-stage venture capital firm Iterative. With this funding, the company plans to accelerate its growth in Vietnam and expand its footprint across Southeast Asia. The company offers rooftop solar solutions designed to help businesses cut down on electricity costs.
Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust, an investment company, <a href="https://mercomcapital.com/orit-secures-125-million-five-year-term-loan-facility/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">announced</a> that it has signed a £100 million (~$125 million) five-year term loan facility with three of its existing lenders, Santander, National Australia Bank, and Allied Irish Banks. The funding will be used to pay down a portion of the existing and more expensive Revolving Credit Facility (RCF) debt. According to ORIT, it has drawn £151.2 million (~$191 million) on the RCF so far.
Vidyut, an electric vehicle ecosystem platform, has <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/ev-company-vidyut-raises-2-5-million-from-flourish-ventures" target="_blank" rel="noopener">raised</a> $2.5 million in funding from global investor Flourish Ventures. The company will utilize the acquired funds to expand its Battery-as-a-Service offering in passenger and commercial EV segments. By unbundling batteries from EVs and offering them on a pay-per-km subscription basis, Vidyut claimed it had reduced upfront electric three-wheeler costs by 35-40%.
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Funding and M&A Roundup: SmartSolar Raises $1.8 Million in Seed Funding

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