Infranode, long-term infrastructure investor, reached final investment decision in January 2026 for the Vandel III project, adding a 60 MW battery energy storage system (BESS) to the existing 162 MWp Vandell III solar park in Vejle Municipality, Denmark. Construction is planned for 2026 and the BESS will consist of six 10 MW units with a two-hour duration, providing a total capacity of 60 MW / 120 MWh. The project will utilise the site's existing grid connection.

As Balance Responsible Party, Reel will provide real-time balancing of production, route to market, and multi-market optimisation for both the solar park and battery system.

By adding large-scale storage to Vandel III, the project strengthens the flexibility and stability of renewable energy production. The battery will balance electricity supply throughout the day by storing solar power when generation exceeds demand and releasing it during periods of higher consumption, supporting a more stable energy system and reducing the need for fossil-based generation to manage short-term imbalances.

Anders Meldgaard, Chief Commercial Officer at Reel, said:

"We are excited to partner with Infranode on this landmark project. With increasing volatility, the need for more flexible renewable energy becomes imperative. Reel will use our proprietary trading platform to optimise the hybrid asset, as well as offer attractive PPAs to corporate customers. The Vandel III project demonstrates how combining solar generation with battery storage creates new opportunities for system participation and value creation."

Bregentved Gods is the landowner of the Vandel III site and a key long-term partner in the project. Through its fully owned entity Unity Power, Bregentved is responsible for operations and maintenance of the solar park. Bregentved also holds a minority equity stake in the asset. Program management is led by Cyrille de Barace from Revv Energy, who is responsible for overseeing development and asset delivery.

"Battery storage is becoming a critical part of a resilient energy system, and Vandel III is a strong example of how renewable production can be strengthened through flexibility," said Silas Harbo, Partner and Country Manager Denmark at Infranode. "This investment reflects our long-term approach to building infrastructure that supports system stability and the continued transition to renewable energy."

Max Engardt, Investment Director at Infranode, added:

"We see a promising business case as battery technology matures and market structures continue to evolve. The project has been designed with future potential in mind, including the opportunity to expand energy capacity over time, potentially up to 240 MWh, as demand for flexibility in the system increases."

Peter Amstrup-Kappel, CEO of Bregentved, said:

"Vandel III has been developed with a long-term perspective, and adding battery storage is a natural extension of that ambition. The battery will make better use of the renewable energy produced on site and contribute to a more balanced and resilient power system. We value the close collaboration with Infranode in developing the asset further."