Denmark - The Danish wind industry had a 4.7 billion euros export in 2007

The Danish Wind Industry Association has just published the annual industry statistics for 2007 and for the industry, the authorities and the green Denmark it is impressive reading.

With a total export of 4.7 billion euros in 2007, the Danish wind industry sets another record, compared to the year before, an increase on 1.1 billion euros or a 30.7 % growth.

"The wind industry is already Denmarks largest exporter of energy technology. If global growth and market development for wind power continue in double digits as expected the wind industry is poised to become our largest industry within a few years," says Jakob Lau Holst, Acting Director of the Danish Wind Industry Association.

"All industry forecasts show that the market for renewable energy and wind power will expand at an impressive rate. Danish manufacturers and suppliers are in an advantageous position to benefit from this growth," says Jakob Lau Holst, but adds: "However, it is crucial that the industry also in the coming years is allowed to install, test and demonstrate state of the art wind turbines in Denmark. Even though the Danish market is dwarfed by the combined global markets, it is hugely significant as a global industry show room."

More information contact Economist Rune Moesgaard, +453373 03332 or +452815 2896. Or acting director Jakob Lau Hols, +453373 0334 or +452627 5503