UTRECHT – Bakker Resources has expanded its subsurface energy portfolio through the acquisition of Lalea Energy B.V., which includes ownership of the Ameland geothermal project, a technically advanced and strategically located initiative in the Dutch Wadden region.

Structured as a share-for-share transaction with no cash consideration, the acquisition adds both conventional and renewable assets to the Bakker Resources platform. Alongside the Bobocu gas field in Romania, the Ameland geothermal initiative becomes a key part of the group’s  development pipeline.

The Ameland project focuses on the production of low-enthalpy geothermal heat to supply the island of Ameland with a sustainable, local energy source. Developed in close collaboration with municipal partners and local stakeholders, the project supports regional ambitions for fossil-free heating while contributing to energy security and environmental performance.

Bakker Resources views geothermal energy as a durable, locally anchored pillar within its broader subsurface strategy. The company is committed to maintaining a diverse across geothermal, gas & oil — combining commercial viability with long-term climate relevance.

With the integration of the Ameland project, Bakker Resources reinforces its role as a subsurface energy company committed to responsible development and innovation.