Ofgem approves changes to IFA's access rules and charging methodology

Ofgem issued its decision on 29 June 2026 on Interconnector Limited's application to amend the Access Rules and Charging Methodology governing the IFA cable, which links GB to France. The ruling sets the terms under which shippers can book and be charged for capacity on the link, a commercially critical document for traders and asset managers active on the GB–continental spread.

The substance of the approved modifications has not been detailed in the published summary, but the decision's scope covers both access rules and the charging methodology, meaning changes could affect explicit capacity auction outcomes and the cost basis for interconnector users. Parties relying on IFA for arbitrage between N2EX and EPEX FR should review the full decision text for amended terms.

Separately, the European Commission opened its sixth call for cross-border renewable energy projects seeking priority accreditation under Regulation (EU) 2022/869. Applications close 6 October 2026. Accredited projects gain eligibility for Connecting Europe Facility grants covering feasibility studies or construction. That is relevant for developers with assets straddling EU bidding zones.