The Belgian state and France-based energy giant Engie have agreed to push back the deadline for negotiations on a possible takeover of Belgium’s nuclear power stations until 12 December.
The prime minister, the energy minister and Engie announced the decision in a joint statement on Wednesday evening (4 November).
The federal government announced in April that the Belgian state and Engie would begin negotiations on a possible takeover by Belgium of Engie's nuclear assets in Belgium.
The proposed transaction would cover all nuclear activities currently owned and operated by Engie and its Electrabel unit, including Belgium’s seven large-scale commercial nuclear reactors, five of which have been shut down, but could potentially be restarted.
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