“Of course we want to become Holcim’s supplier. We have a reduction in consumption and a great deal of energy available. We are expecting several auctions,” said Constantin Balasoiu, General Manager of the Complexul Energetic Craiova, a state-owned energy producer and the largest local trader. He added that current prices on the Next Day Market are “more or less reasonable.” “Their decline was artificial, and these are still under the limit, but better than in the past,” said Balasoiu.
“The interest in the selection process is due to the importance of Holcim Romania as a business partner, the company’s relatively significant consumption, the nationwide drop in electricity consumption, and the company’s credit worthiness, eliminating the non-payment risk,” explained the company official.
“The criteria for the final stage selection of companies are based on supplier experience and credit worthiness. The final selection will be made in terms of electricity price, flexibility accepting deviations from current consumption compared to that estimated, and other economic terms,” according to the cement producer.
