Audax Group. An excellent first quarter of 2023

Audax Group. An excellent first quarter of 2023

May 2023. The numbers for this first quarter demonstrate how the actions undertaken by the Group in previous years - which we know were marked by market volatility - are giving extremely positive results. A fact which, in light of events such as the conflict in Ukraine or the aftermath of the pandemic, takes on particular importance.

Between January and March there was a growth of 18% of the Net income (reached 2.39 million euros), but above all of 41% of the gross margin (which reached 50.9 million euros) and of 47% of theEBITDA (reached 23 million euros) compared to Q1 2022. The result relating to the gross margin is mainly attributable to the rapid recovery of the markets in the rest of Europe, thus reaping the fruits of the measures implemented in 2022, such as the exit from the gas in Poland and increased profitability in Hungary and the Netherlands. The EBITDA is due to the improvement in the results of the rest of Europe and the choices designed to guarantee a gross margin in the Iberian peninsula, even in scenarios of falling prices.

The sales and instead, decreased of the 5%, following the reduction in prices on the electricity and gas markets. The evolution of currencies in the markets of the rest of Europe, particularly in Hungary, was unfavorable for the comparative financial result.

Audax continued the development, construction and commissioning of its generation portfolio, despite delays in completing administrative procedures by some entities. During this period, the investment plan envisaged in the various photovoltaic projects in the portfolio continued. To date they are counted 245 MW of installed power (+9%).

In the first quarter of 2023, the Group's financial statements, both as a result of the agreement in Spain with Shell and the strategies implemented in the rest of the European countries in which the Group operates, highlighted a substantial improvement compared to the same period of Last year.

An excellent first quarter of 2023

Audax and technology. Open, pragmatic and secular approach

Audax and technology. Open, pragmatic and secular approach

Giorgio Carzedda, Debt Collection Department, explains Audax Renewables' attitude towards technology in an interview for WoW Tech, the Timenet podcast dedicated to ICT and Digital.

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 D. Hi Giorgio, tell us about Audax Renewables and its approach to business and the market…

 R. I work at Audax Renewables Italia, a company that – as the name suggests – supplies renewable 100% energy to the Italian market. We were born in 2014, but our history is linked to that of a Spanish energy group - Audax Renovables - which deals not only with selling but also producing electricity from photovoltaic and wind power.

I'll give you some numbers to better understand our reality: we are present in 9 countries, we supply electricity and gas to over 400 thousand customers - mostly SMEs and industry - for a turnover that exceeded 2 billion euros in 2022. On the renewable generation side, our pipeline is over 2,500 MW.

The history of the Audax Group is that of a company that has achieved important results in a rather short period of time and in a market - the energy market - which is essentially immobile, in which it is difficult to enter and carve out a significant space, considering the presence of operators who they enjoy ten-year position incomes.

In my opinion Audax achieved this through a combination of elements. First of all, a pragmatic and agile entrepreneurial attitude capable of seizing opportunities without delay, when they arise. Then thanks to the foresight of having focused on the development of clean and renewable sources and offered customers innovative supply solutions different from those of the competition. Finally, an attitude that I would define as "resilient" has allowed us to face critical events or periods thanks to a flexible and dynamic adaptation approach, so as to find balance in a short time and continue with our plans without excessive upheavals. We have learned to do this in these rather complicated years: the Covid-19 pandemic, the subsequent economic crisis and the consequences of Russian aggression in Ukraine on the energy market.

 

D. Well, we understand that a company like Audax Renewables has evolved a lot in recent years... But what relationship does the company have with technology?

 

R. A "secular" relationship, open, curious and pragmatic. We are aware that without it it would be difficult to grow, generate profit and look forward. Technology, on the other hand, “informs” every aspect of the company and its business. There is, first of all, the one that governs the production of photovoltaic and wind energy (from solar panels to wind turbines, with everything behind it). A technology that required large investments of time, men and economic resources in Research & Development and which today we know is increasingly performing and efficient, even in terms of costs.

Then there is the widespread nature of digitalisation which has revolutionized company processes - streamlining them, automating them, integrating them with each other - and which has allowed us to increase productivity, reduce errors and plan choices better.

Very useful for the normal carrying out of current activities within the company, it has literally transformed the customer care, with a series of initiatives that were unthinkable just a few years ago and through which we follow and support our customers ever more closely.

The building blocks of this transformation are both the various and most advanced management software on the market and computer programs built specifically to meet our needs.

On the customer side, we cannot fail to mention the mobile application - with all the services it contains, starting from the personal management of your contract - and the entire range of remote assistance services, real and virtual, instant messaging and payment (up to to PagoPA).

 

D. How do you imagine the future of TLC in the company?

 

R. We cannot help but believe in an ever-increasing integration of TLC into processes. For example, considering only the area of debt collection in which I operate on a daily basis, the contribution of technology was fundamental in achieving an improvement that was both measurable and long-lasting.

Furthermore, we are awaiting - probably at the beginning of April - the release of dedicated software, built not only to speed up processes (such as reminders, reminders, suspension), but also to make them more accurate and precise. Characteristics, the latter indispensable in a "sensitive" area such as debt collection.

 

D. Do you have a "colorful" event to tell...? What did you find and how have daily life and processes changed since you joined the company?

 

R. Let me think... We were at the beginning and as pioneers we first had to put up a "flag" to mark the boundaries of our territory and then worry about giving it a complete shape. In that initial phase, I remember a few trips to the post office near our Turin headquarters loaded with paper envelopes containing the "formal notices" printed one by one and bagged...

A heroic, but fortunately short, period before technology came to our rescue, freeing up precious time! 

2022. A year with a "+" sign for Audax Renovables

2022. A year with a "+" sign for Audax Renovables

March 2023. Strengthened by the vertical integration between renewable 100% energy generation and electricity and gas supply, the Audax Group has been able to successfully manage the high volatility of energy markets globally, marked – as is known – by the conflict in Eastern Europe and the increase in the price of raw materials.

The business optimization measures implemented during the year, the market diversification policy and the 9% increase in new installed power (which reached 245 MW) translated into a growth of 17% of gross margin (144 million euros) and of 16% of EBITDA (54 million euros). The Net income reached i 7.8 million of euros, a return to the positive sign after the loss of 3.3 million in 2021.

 

Audax increased the weight of the generation in its contribution to EBITDA, going from 27% in 2021 to 42% in 2022; this is a result resulting from the commitment to a vertically integrated business that bets on the generation of renewable energy at 100%. EBITDA in generation increased significantly compared to the end of 2021 as a result of the greater installed capacity and the higher sales price.

This generation EBITDA comes from a portfolio valued - at the end of last year - at 129 million euros by an independent entity; 130 million euros of assets remain in the portfolio which do not generate EBITDA because the operational phase has not yet started. A figure that highlights the great potential of the Group's generation activity.

 

For what concern gross financial debt, the company managed to reduce its debt level by 130 million euros, placing it at 642 million euros and consolidating its financial position in order to continue its Road map to develop projects and meet short-term deadlines. As a result of liquidity management and capital management policies, the company generated 152 million in operating cash flow, allocating a total of 45 million for new investments and 146 million to reduce debt.

On a pro forma balance sheet, if the recent Market Access transaction with Shell Energy Europe Limited in Spain had an impact on the full 2022 financial year, Audax would have generated approximately €50 million additional cash flow.

 

Audax continues to make progress in its organic and inorganic growth policy, which has allowed it to increase 14% supply points over the last four years, reaching 387,000 today and having provided a total of 13 TWh of energy. Over the last year, due to the evolution of the markets and the risks deriving from volatility, the company has focused its efforts on strengthening profitability, implementing measures aimed at portfolio diversification and risk mitigation in all countries in which it operates. In this sense, it reduced the supply points by 25% and the volume of energy supplied by 15% compared to the previous year, which translated into a positive evolution of both its gross margin and EBITDA. Today, electricity supply points represent 80% of the total and gas points the remaining 20%.

The markets where vertical integration is most implemented (mainly in Southern Europe), they are the ones who have had the best performance during this exercise. Looking by country, Hungary has the greatest weight in electricity, accounting for 45% of the total energy supplied by the group, while for gas, the Netherlands leads with 52% of the total. The area of the Iberian Peninsula, on the other hand, represents practically a third of the total, in both raw materials.

The main target remains industry, which represents 93% of its total portfolio. The domestic customer during fiscal 2022 reduced its weight from 11% to 7%, a result of efforts made to advance in the company's historic target segment, namely SMEs.


Globally, the Audax production during 2022 it was 258 GWh (if Panama is considered), for an increase of 29% compared to the previous year. Production on the Spanish market grew significantly (70%) as a result of the contribution of new photovoltaic systems, which added 90 GWh.

Regarding the evolution of the projects and following compliance with the objectives contained in RDL 23/2020 in Spain, the Audax Group's portfolio stands - at the date of publication of this note - at 1.4 GW. The company continues to advance its planned development and construction operations, commencing work on 26 MW and commissioning 19 MW of PV.

The Group has projects for 141 MWp at a very advanced stage with a favorable environmental impact statement (DIA) and for another 323 MWp in a state very close to the so-called "Ready to Build". To these, 26 MWp under construction and 245 MW already in operation must be added.


During 2022, the company strengthened its strategic direction and sustainability management with the aim of continuing to do progress on ESG. The Board of Directors approved the new sustainability policy and introduced a professional figure into the company who will be responsible for development and execution.

The strategy is structured around the three ESG pillars, namely environmental, social and governance sustainability. On this basis, actions and initiatives capable of leading to concrete improvements in performance have been defined and, over time, will continue to be defined.

 

For José Elias, president of Audax Renovables, "we were once again able to successfully navigate a year in which the market put us to the test. Our solid strategy for renewable energy generation and customer portfolio optimization, combined with reaching important strategic agreements with high-level partners will allow us to further increase Audax's competitiveness".

Audax Renovables: strategic agreement with Shell

Audax Renovables: strategic agreement with Shell

February 2023 | Audax Renovables has signed a strategic agreement with Shell Energy Europe Limited for the supply of electricity and gas in Spain. In this way, Audax ensures, at the same time, a competitive supply of electricity and gas and the strategic advantage of sustainable and profitable growth.

The agreement guarantees Audax greater possibilities for future and direct access to the wholesale market, immediately improving its cash position and increasing its competitiveness, so as to offer product differentiation to its customers.

Furthermore, the signed agreement also gives Audax Renovables a new impetus to achieve the objectives of its strategic plan based on the vertical integration of generation and supply activities and on a solid financial position.

For José Elías, president of the Audax group, “This partnership demonstrates the company's unwavering commitment to its customers and shareholders to ensure efficient energy supply, optimizing management through a careful cost control strategy and attractive growth opportunities. The transaction, which has an immediate impact on our cash position, will also give us a greater competitive advantage in a complex market environment and allow us to grow steadily without worrying about market price fluctuations”.

Audax, which closed the third quarter of 2022 with over 396,000 supply points, thus strengthens its growth plans in Spain, placing itself in a good position to increase its customer portfolio over the next year.

The operation was carried out with the support of the Garrigues law firm and the asset management company Alantra.

Active resilience, antidote to the difficult international situation

Active resilience, antidote to the difficult international situation

by Francesco CALABRETTA

Cluster Leader Hungary and Italy - Audax Renewables

 

* The article is taken from the Audax Renewables eBook Change starts from energy. 5 themes for a changing world downloadable for free in the version pdf.

 

We don't know how the years that have just passed - 2020-2022 - will be considered by those who, in the future, will have the task of reading and giving a critical interpretation of what happened, perhaps finding a specific name for the era we are living in. Without a doubt, it was an exceptional period, with the Covid-19 pandemic as a common thread capable of modifying, sometimes temporarily and sometimes forever, what we have known up to now. And the great social and economic uncertainty generated in this period, just when it seemed to be being resolved, has found new life, this time in the consequences of Russian military aggression in Ukraine.

Already in the ebook published a year ago, we had reflected on the importance of having a "resilient" attitude. Today, we confirm what was said. Resilience, in fact, has the advantage of giving full consistency to that very human ability to know how to face negative and critical events or periods, through not so much a firm and intransigent opposition, but a flexible attitude and dynamic adaptation that leads to knowing how to reorganize and finding balance following adversity, having the opportunity to emerge, if possible, strengthened. But not only. It is also a way of looking at the future with optimistic rationality, fearlessly focusing on growth without upsetting the plans already decided.

A choice that is proving to be a winning one for us at Audax Renewables Italia. And this not only in terms of economic results, which also say a lot: the turnover reached 169 million euros (in 2021 it was 90 million) and the ebitda went from 1.9 million to 5.2 million, for a number of customers grew to 40 thousand units with a particular diffusion in the production sectors (from small businesses to SMEs up to industry). But also for having bet on growth starting from those who "make the company" every day, filling it and giving it life with their presence, their time and therefore their work. During this difficult period the Audax team has increased both in terms of employees and external collaborators and consultants. Furthermore, under the pressure of the changed working methods imposed by the pandemic, the space in which to meet was also rethought, hence the decision to move to a more comfortable, dynamic, open place, a place in which one can work according to smart logic , flexible and no longer just “office centric” as happened in the past. Thus, after the inauguration of the new and larger headquarters in Milan, an important change is also expected for the one in Turin.

Added to this was in-depth work on the design and implementation of customer services. A notable organizational effort for an expanding company like Audax Italia which has seen the introduction of advanced customer care and customer management systems, for an increasingly close and immediate relationship with those who have chosen us.

We believe that only by continuing on this resilient - and courageous - path will it be possible to overcome this long critical period.

EBOOK: "CHANGE STARTS FROM ENERGY"

EBOOK: "CHANGE STARTS FROM ENERGY"

2022 has been an intense and difficult year. At the tail end of the pandemic and the key issue of climate change - which requires immediate and effective responses - have been added the profound energy crisis and the economic consequences of Russian military aggression in Ukraine.

An intense and difficult year from which the role of energy in the present and future development of the globe emerges - with even more clarity - as the main element from which to start to give rise to that Transition towards a world that is as decarbonised as possible.

In this our ebook – 2022 edition* – we talk about energy but not only. Investments and obstacles to the development of RES, world of work and opportunities, circular economy, transition and global crisis become elements of a large mosaic.

Finally, we would like to point out a small-big difference compared to past editions: we have preferred the written form to the only written form data content – with sheets full of figures, data and graphs – in order to combine in-depth and conciseness in just a few pages.

Enjoy the reading!

DOWNLOAD EBOOK CHANGE STARTS FROM ENERGY

Download the other Audax Renewables eBooks:

  1. Energy 2021. A sector in Transition. A sector in Transition
  1. Six themes for the energy of the future

 

*All contents were published on the company profile LinkedIn during 2022.

Our future? Go through the energy transition*

Our future? Go through the energy transition*

Among the words that have made their way in the last five years, it is difficult not to mention "transition".

"Transition", i.e. that period necessary if you want to profoundly change a situation without this leading to a radical change and uncertain outcomes, i.e. to a "revolution". Each Transition is made by the succession of a series of phenomena - very specific - which, intervening in and on everyday reality, modify it to the point of giving rise to something different from the starting point. "Transition" towards a sustainable, decarbonised and circular economy, but also "digital transition" and "energy transition".

And it is precisely the latter, essential for the very life of our societies, which requires changes that are as decisive as they are tolerable by the entire system. A decarbonised world is achieved by building the conditions so that clean and renewable sources - sun, wind first and foremost - are able to provide, in total safety and continuity, what is necessary for the development and well-being of people.

In this sense, the strategic choices of the Audax Renovables Group are closely linked to the concept of energy "transition" as a moment of transition necessary to be prepared for the complete elimination of fossil fuels. And the results, not only economic and financial, demonstrate that the choice to focus on renewable energy was far-sighted and successful. Both in the past and in this 2022, a doubly difficult year because it is the first post-pandemic (thanks to the repeated vaccination campaigns which have allowed a resumption of activities) and because it is profoundly marked by Russian aggression against Ukraine, with its serious consequences on the stability of the energy market, in particular the European one.

 

So, what is Audax Renovables' contribution to the Transition? Our Group markets and produces renewable 100% electricity thanks to the growing quantity of green energy generated in photovoltaic and wind plants around the world and through important agreements for the purchase of clean energy and CO2 free gas.

Now let's look at some data. In 2022 - data in September - 226 MW of installed power were in operation (+55%), for an increase of 98% in the energy produced. A remarkable result. Even considering the projects already started - in different stages of development, from early stage to operations - MW rises to over 2,500.

A portfolio that sees wind and photovoltaic parks present in European countries such as Spain, Portugal, France, Poland and Italy and overseas nations such as Panama.

Just by observing these months, two important photovoltaic projects can be found, both developed in Spain. The first, Zaratán, with a total power of 12.3 MWp, will be able to generate 21.5 GWh/year, which is equivalent to the energy consumption of 5,500 homes and approximately 17,000 people. On demand, clean energy will avoid the emission of 3,800 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere per year. The second, called La Miranda, will have a total power of 6.87 MWp, or 12.2 GWh/year, equal to the energy consumption of 3,500 homes and over 11,000 people. The use of this clean energy will avoid the emission of 2,500 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere per year.

 

Added to all this are the brilliant economic and financial results recorded in recent years. In 2021, revenues amounted to 1,690 million euros, EBITDA was 52 million, while the net result brought in 2.8 million euros.

 

The future, which passes through the energy transition and a decarbonised economy, can only tend towards green energy sources.

We believe that only by continuing on this courageous path will it be possible not only to overcome this long critical period but to move towards a more sustainable future.

 

* This text, here in dual language Italian-Spanish, was read during the XVI edition of the Awards which the Official Chamber of Commerce of Spain in Italy dedicates to the Spanish and Italian realities that have distinguished themselves in the consolidation of economic-commercial relations between the two countries. Audax Renewables, together with the entire Audax Renovables Group, was awarded the "Energy Transition" award.

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Our future? Pass through the energy transition

The contribution of the Audax Renovables Group to a decarbonised economy

 

Among the words that have found fortune in the last five years, it is difficult not to mention "transition".

"Transition", it is to decide at that necessary period if you want to profoundly change a situation until it leads to a radical change and uncertain results, it is to say, a "revolution". Each transition is made through the succession of a series of phenomena – very concrete – which, by intervening in and over the daily reality, modify it until the point of giving rise to something different from the point of departure. “Transición” has a sustainable, decarbonised and circular economy, but also “digital transition” and “energy transition”.

And it is precisely this last, substantial one for the life of our societies, requiring changes as decisive as tolerable by the entire system. A decarbonized world is achieved by building the conditions so that clean and renewable sources - only, as they come in the first place - are capable of providing with total security and continuity what is necessary for the well-being and well-being of people.

In this sense, the strategic elections of the Audax Renovables Group are intimately linked to the concept of energy “transition” as the moment of transition necessary to be prepared for the total elimination of fossil fuels. And the results, not only economic and financial, show that the decision to focus on renewable energy was prospective and successful. Both in the past and in this year 2022, a doubly difficult year because it is the first post-pandemic (thanks to the repeated vacancy campaigns that have allowed a resumption of activities) and because it is marked by the Russian aggression in Ukraine, with its serious consequences on the stability of the energy market, especially European.

 

First of all, what is the contribution of Audax Renovables to the Transition? Our group markets and produces 100% renewable electricity thanks to the growing quantity of renewable energy generated by photovoltaic and wind plants throughout the world and has made important efforts to purchase renewable energy and CO2 free gas.

Now let's see some data. In 2022 - given in September - 226 MW of installed power will be operational (+55%), for an increase of 98% in energy generated. A detachable result. Today we consider the projects that have started - at different stages of development, early stage until operation - the MW rise to more than 2,500.

A list of wind and photovoltaic parks present in European countries such as Spain, Portugal, France, Poland and Italy and Americans such as Panama.

By just observing these months you will find two important photovoltaic projects, the two developed in Spain. First, Zaratán, with its total power of 12.3 MWp, will be able to generate 21.5 GWh/year, which is equivalent to the energy consumption of 5,500 people and 17,000 people. Below, clean energy will prevent the emission of 3,800 tons of CO2 per year into the atmosphere. The second, called La Miranda, will have a total power of 6.87 MWp, i.e. 12.2 GWh/year, equivalent to the energy consumption of 3,500 lives and more than 11,000 people. Our clean energy cargo will avoid the emission of 2,500 tons of CO2 per year into the atmosphere.

 

In all this, there are the brilliant economic and financial results recorded during these years. In 2021, revenue rose to 1,690 million euros, EBITDA was 52 million, while the net result rose to 2.8 million euros.

 

The future, which passes through the energy transition and a decarbonized economy, can only tend towards green energy sources.

We believe that only by continuing along this valiant path will it be possible not only to overcome this long critical period but also to advance towards a more sustainable future.

Audax Renewables wins the "Energy Transition" Award

Audax Renewables wins the "Energy Transition" Award

Spanish Official Chamber of Commerce Awards 2022

Audax Renewables obtains the "Energy Transition" recognition at the XVI edition of the Awards that the Official Chamber of Commerce of Spain in Italy dedicates to Spanish and Italian companies that have distinguished themselves in the consolidation of economic-commercial relations between the two countries.

The recognition was awarded to Audax Renewables - and to the entire Audax Renovables Group - for the daily work carried out and the commitment made towards the complete replacement of fossil fuels for the benefit of renewable energy with the generation and marketing of green 100% energy.

The award was presented to Francesco Calabretta, Cluster Lead Hungary & Italy at Audax Renewables and to Oscar Santos Juvé, General Director of Audax Renovables.

The evening – which took place in Milan on Friday 1 December – saw the participation of the Spanish Secretary of State of Commerce, Xiana Méndez, the Spanish Ambassador-designate to Italy, Miguel Ángel Fernández-Palacios, the Deputy Minister of Justice, Francesco Paolo Sisto, the Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Defense and the Deputy Mayor of Milan, Anna Scavuzzo.

Energy today. The "Expensive Bills" Problem

Energy today. The "Expensive Bills" Problem

The sharp increases in energy bills for electricity and gas illustrate better than any other story the difficult economic and political situation in which, unfortunately, we find ourselves. A period of great turbulence on the energy markets that began in the summer of 2021 and whose negative effects were further magnified with the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, the main energy partner of several European countries, including Italy.

The data leaves no doubt. The trend of the PUN (National Single Price), index of the reference price of electricity on the Italian electricity exchange, demonstrates how we have gone from an average monthly cost of 0.084 per €/kWh in June 2021 to one of 0.441 last month of July. A considerable imbalance, which was achieved through constant and rapid growth in prices. The same can be said for gas, today at the center of the crisis also due to the implications of the ongoing war. To understand the extent of the increases, it is sufficient to remember that at the end of August they came close to 300 euros per megawatt hour, or ten times more than what was quoted in January 2021.

This bull run has also led to extraordinary interventions by governments. The Italian one has allocated several billion euros - and perhaps more are planned - to curb high bills and reduce their impact on consumers and businesses. Equally at community level, work is underway for a so-called "ceiling" on the price of Russian gas.

 Considering the situation, it is highly probable that the current crisis - barring unexpected events - is destined to last for a long time. And it is in difficult moments like these that we realize how energy, too often taken for granted, is indispensable for carrying out most of our daily activities.

In this complicated framework, Audax Renewables will continue to do what it has always done: work to offer a quality supply service at advantageous prices.

This can happen thanks to the ever-increasing share of renewable energy generated in our photovoltaic and wind plants around the world and through the signing of important agreements with reliable players for the purchase of renewable 100% energy. The future, that which passes through the energy transition and a decarbonised economy, can only tend towards green energy sources.

To this we must add the guarantee given by a structurally organized and financially solid Group like Audax Renovables.

We believe that only by continuing on this path will it be possible to overcome this critical period together.

Audax Renewables and BFF agreement for factoring services in Italy and Spain

Audax Renewables and BFF agreement for factoring services in Italy and Spain

Milan, May 2022 – BFF, the largest specialized financial operator in Italy, leader in Europe in the financial sector factoring for the Public Administration and the National Health Service, has signed a multi-country agreement with Audax Renewables, a vertically integrated energy group that generates and supplies 100 % electricity of renewable origin and gas in 7 countries.

 

The agreement, which provides for the transfer without recourse of commercial credits claimed by Public Administrations, in the form of revolving and for a duration of two years, applies to Italy and Spain and confirms the central role of factoring as a support for the growth and greater liquidity of companies.

Thanks to this agreement, BFF guarantees Audax Renewables a pre-determined fixed cost for the mobilization of future credits from Public Administration bodies.

In this way, BFF accompanies Audax Renewables in the process of analyzing commercial opportunities in the public sector in a very delicate moment of strong change for the energy market.

 

Francesco Calabretta, Cluster Lead Italy and Hungary & Country Manager Italy, Audax Renewables, underlined how the growth of companies also depends on "from partnerships with entities, such as BFF, capable of concretely supporting its activity and, therefore, encouraging its development. Especially if we consider that the energy sector in which we operate - today more than ever - has become strategic for the country's progress. Having the appropriate tools means knowing how to face with greater awareness both the complex international situation in which we find ourselves and the objectives of the Ecological Transition towards which we must increasingly strive”.

 

Michele Antognoli, VP Factoring & Lending, BFF Banking Group, commented: “The new agreement with AUDAX is a further example of how Factoring can be a tool for those companies that want to seize new growth opportunities. A concrete demonstration of synergy in the interest of the entire community, at a time when, thanks to the PNRR, the country is preparing to benefit from new resources, and in a sector, the energy sector, which is now at the center of important challenges ”.

 

 

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BFF Banking Group

BFF Banking Group is the largest specialized finance operator in Italy, as well as a leader in the management and non-recourse disinvestment of trade receivables claimed from Public Administrations in Europe, and in Italy in Securities Services and in Payment Services. The Group operates in Italy, Croatia, France, Greece, Poland, Portugal, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Spain. BFF is listed on the Italian Stock Exchange. In 2021, it recorded a Consolidated and Adjusted Net Profit of €125.3 million, with a Group CET1 ratio, at the end of March 2021, of 16.7%. www.bff.com