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Cadeler announces planned investments in exceptional growth opportunities, balanced with dividend potential from strong cash flows
COPENHAGEN, Denmark, March 26, 2026--Cadeler today announced the completion of a private placement raising approximately EUR 175 million, at a price above the Company’s 5-day VWAP, to fund initial capital commitments for two proposed T-class Wind Foundation Installation Vessel newbuilds and the potential acquisition and conversion of a scour protection vessel. Importantly, Cadeler’s fleet expansion is structured to preserve a clear path to capital returns.
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