Centrica plc is an international energy trading and energy services company. We are committed to developing energy services that meet the changing needs of our customers, serving over 25 million customers in the UK, Ireland and North America alone. Supported by investments in the latest technologies, we also develop innovative products and solutions for our customers worldwide. Our Energy Trading division is one of the leading providers of energy services in Europe. Our focus is on further expanding these activities. For the Centrica Group, we provide risk management and market access. Direct marketing and power purchase agreements (PPAs) are among our core competencies in the German market. Our global LNG business, including trading and optimization, is also growing continuously.