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GE's Haliade-X 12 MW Prototype Receives DNV GL Type Certificate
Image: GE Renewable EnergyOfficial Press Release GE Renewable Energy:
GE’s Haliade-X 12 MW, most powerful wind turbine operating to date, obtains full type certificate
Rigorous third-party certification process for Haliade-X successfully completed / Haliade-X technology has already been selected as the preferred wind turbine for 4.8 GW of projects in the US and the UK / Turbine is driving down the cost of offshore energy, one of the factors contributing to global growth
GE Renewable Energy announced today that its Haliade-X 12 MW prototype, the world’s most powerful wind turbine in operation today, has received a full type certificate from DNV GL, the world’s largest independent certification body. This full type certification, which follows a provisional type certification announced in June, provides independent verification that the new turbines will operate safely, reliably and according to design specifications. It is a key... ... More: Official Press Release GE Renewable Energy
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