Swiss energy transition and circular economy solutions provider Kanadevia Inova announced today that it has acquired a majority stake of biogas and biomethane developer BioValue.
Founded in 2017, Netherlands-based BioValue develops, builds and operates biogas plants, converting organic waste streams into renewable energy products including green gas and other renewable fuels.
The companies said that the acquisition will combine BioValue’s local biomethane expertise with Kanadevia Inova’s technology and international experience. Kanadevia Inova said that the transaction will support its vision of becoming a global utility and driver of decarbonizing waste management infrastructure, providing the company with a stronger Northern European foothold from which to upgrade and expand its fleet of biogas and biomethane plants.
Bruno-Frederic Baudouin, Kanadevia Inova CEO, said:
“The BioValue team have demonstrated what they are capable of with some truly impressive results over the past 10 years. By bringing them into Kanadevia Inova, we are improving our offering to the market, we are strengthening our support for customers, and we are accelerating our contributions to decarbonisation, circularity and energy security on a more global level.”
Under the agreement, the acquired business will operate under the name Kanadevia Inova BioValue. Kanadevia Inova will hold a majority interest in the new company, with the remaining stake held by a company owned by BioValue founder Ids Schaap, who will continue to lead the new company as CEO.
The transaction will also see 23 BioValue biomethane specialists join Kanadevia Inova, including asset managers, operations and maintenance professionals and engineering/construction experts. Several long-term service contracts and future engineering and construction contracts are included in the transaction.
As part of the agreement, Kanadevia Inova will acquire the remaining 15% stake in the Cothen biomethane plant, a 90,000-tonne-per-year co-digestion facility producing 100 GWh of renewable energy. The company initially acquired a majority stake in the facility through its subsidiary Iona Capital in 2025.
As well, the existing technical and management teams will continue to support customers, maintaining established relationships and service continuity while gaining access to Kanadevia Inova’s broader technology, engineering and international capabilities.
Schapp said:
“Joining forces with Kanadevia Inova is an exciting next step for BioValue. By combining our local biomethane expertise with Kanadevia Inova’s technology and international experience, we can accelerate our growth and deliver even greater value for customers.”
