Firm intentionEnergy28 September 2026

DNO ASA to acquire Capricorn Energy plc

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Deal facts

Buyer
DNO ASA
Target
Capricorn Energy plc
Deal value
Not disclosed
Announced
28 September 2026
Status
Firm intention
Sector
Energy
Country
United Kingdom
Consideration
cash
What we know

DNO ASA has agreed to acquire Capricorn Energy plc in a strategic acquisition. The Norwegian energy company will purchase the British firm for an all-cash consideration. The transaction was announced on 28 September 2026. No specific headline offer value or currency amount has been reported in the available data. The deal involves the combination of two entities within the energy sector, with the buyer based in Norway and the target operating in the United Kingdom. The structure represents a straightforward strategic move rather than a management buyout or merger of equals. The acquisition is currently classified as a firm intention, indicating that the parties have reached a definitive agreement on the terms. There is no reported completion date for the transaction at this stage. The process remains subject to standard regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. This move positions DNO ASA to expand its operations through the integration of Capricorn Energy plc’s assets. The lack of a disclosed monetary value suggests that the financial details may be confidential or pending final confirmation. The deal highlights cross-border activity in the energy sector between the UK and Norway. Stakeholders are awaiting further updates regarding the regulatory timeline and final closing mechanics.

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    Statement regarding final offer for Capricorn

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 28 September 2026   Statement Regarding Final Offer for CAPRICORN Energy plc ("CAPRICORN") Further to the announcement made by the boards of DNO ASA (" DNO ") and DNO Bidco AS (" Bidco" ) and Capricorn on 17 September 2026 (the " Revised Offer Announcement ") setting out the terms of a recommended revised cash offer (the " Revised All-Cash Offer ") for the entire

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