Ørsted — M&A Activity 2018

Feb 19, 2018

In response to media speculation, Ørsted confirms that it is in exclusive
discussions regarding a 50% farm-down of the offshore wind farm Hornsea 1.

There can be given no assurances as to whether a transaction will be concluded
and the timing hereof. As communicated in Ørsted’s annual report for 2017, we
expect a 50 % farm-down of Hornsea 1 in H2 2018 or in 2019.

The information provided in this announcement does not change Ørsted's
previously announced outlook for the 2018 financial year.

Further information

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