SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
Report of Foreign Private Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the month of December, 2024
Commission File Number 1-34129
CENTRAIS ELÉTRICAS BRASILEIRAS S.A. - ELETROBRÁS
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
BRAZILIAN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY
(Translation of Registrant's name into English)
Rua da Quitanda, 196 – 24th floor,
Centro, CEP 20091-005,
Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
(Address of principal executive office)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
Form 20-F ___X___ Form 40-F _______
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Eletronet Consolidation
Rio de Janeiro, December 20, 2024, Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S/A - Eletrobras informs that on this date it concluded the signing of an agreement with LT – Bandeirante Empreendimentos Ltda., for the acquisition of a 51% stake in Eletronet S.A. - Eletronet.
Eletronet, a company currently owned by LT Bandeirante (51%) and Eletropar (49%), operates a nationwide fiber optic network with over 17 thousand km. Its network is directly integrated with the electricity transmission lines operated by Eletrobras, through Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) optical cables that ensure high network reliability and availability (~99.9%). Eletronet offers telecommunications and connectivity solutions through high-speed data transport and IP transit services for telecommunications operators, internet providers and data centers.
Eletronet¹ had revenues of R$218 million and EBITDA of approximately R$82 million. The company has a diversified portfolio of more than 390 clients, which include the main companies in the telecommunications and technology market.
As a result of the transaction, Eletrobras will control 100%² of Eletronet, allowing the use of commercial synergies through cross-selling between energy and data transport (e.g.: data centers, providers, artificial intelligence, etc.).
The transaction reinforces Eletrobras' commitment to optimizing minority interests, simplifying the structure, generating value and focusing on capital discipline, as provided for in its Strategic Plan. The conclusion of the transaction is subject to usual market conditions and adjustments.
Eduardo Haiama
Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations
1 Last 12 months until june/24
2 Post-Transaction Structure considers the conclusion of the potential incorporation process of Eletropar by Eletrobras.
This document may contain estimates and projections that are not statements of past events, but reflect beliefs and expectations of our administration and may constitute estimates and projections of future events in accordance with Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, And Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act 1934, as amended. The words “believe”, “you will be able”, “you can”, “you will”, “you will”, “anticipates”, “intends”, “expects” and similar aims to identify estimates that necessarily involve risks and uncertainties, known or not. Known risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: General economic, regulatory, political and commercial conditions in Brazil and abroad, changes in interest rates, inflation and Real value, changes in volumes and patterns of consumer use of electricity, competitive conditions, our level of indebtedness, the possibility of receiving payments related to our receivables, changes in rainfall and water levels in the reservoirs used to operate our hydroelectric plants, our capital investment and financing plans, existing and future government regulations, And other risks described in our annual report and other documents registered to CVM and SEC. Estimates and projections refer only to the date on which they were expressed and we assume no obligation to update any of these estimates or projections due to the occurrence of new information or future events. The future results of the companies' operations and initiatives may differ from current expectations and the investor should not rely solely on the information contained herein. This material contains calculations that may not reflect accurate results due to rounding.
SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Date: December 20, 2024
CENTRAIS ELÉTRICAS BRASILEIRAS S.A. - ELETROBRÁS |
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By: | /S/ Eduardo Haiama
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| Eduardo Haiama Vice-President of Finance and Investor Relations | |
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