Forward Markets for Standardized Products

The forward electricity markets with standardized products are segments of the energy market that offer participants the opportunity to enter into contracts for the buying and selling of electric energy at a set price, for delivery in the future. These markets allow producers, consumers, and energy traders to manage price risk and plan their budgets over the long term, offering stability and predictability.

Standardized products on forward markets are designed to simplify and standardize transactions, making them more accessible and easier to understand for all participants. These standardized contracts specify the quantity, quality, delivery period, and other relevant conditions, thus facilitating efficient trading and reducing the risk of mismatch between parties.

We offer comprehensive transaction management services on forward markets, ensuring you can benefit from these financial instruments without worrying about the complexities involved. We handle all aspects of trading on your behalf, from negotiating contracts to monitoring the market and adjusting strategies according to market fluctuations.

In Romania, the market for standardized contracts is managed by OPCOM, through the following secondary markets:

• PCCB-LE-flex: Centralized market for bilateral electric energy contracts – trading method through extended auction and use of products that ensure trading flexibility.
• PCCB-NC: Centralized market for bilateral electric energy contracts – trading method whereby contracts are assigned through continuous negotiation.
• PC-OTC: Centralized market with continuous double negotiation of bilateral electric energy contracts.
• PCE-ESRE-CV: Centralized market for electric energy from renewable sources supported by green certificates.
• PCSU: Centralized market for the universal service.
• PCTL (PPAs): Centralized market designed for assigning electric energy contracts for long delivery periods.
• PMC: Market for large final electric energy customers.

Write to us at office@apollotrading.ro if you wish to access the market for standardized contracts. This will allow you to focus on your core activity, leaving the management and optimization of your forward contract portfolio in our care