News Archive March 2014

A2SEA: "Offshore Wind Golf Tournament 2014"

Since 2008 A2SEA yearly organises the “Offshore Wind Golf Tournament”.

Nordex SE secures funding for continued growth

Guarantee credit facility renewed until 2017 and increased to EUR 550 million

BASF’s first dimethylaminopropylamine (DMAPA) and polyetheramines (PEA) production in Asia Pacific / Planned startup at the end of 2015 / DMAPA and PEA supplied to personal care, construction, wind energy and coatings sectors

Energy ministers must support a binding renewable energy target of no less than 30% for 2030 as the best way to promote green growth, jobs and industrial leadership when they meet tomorrow.

IWES: New statistic of wind energy use in Germany is available

Following the progress in Germany

Last week, Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) reported in its 18-month Outlook that the connection of new wind and other renewable energy is being achieved without any impact on the reliability of Ontario’s electricity system.

Construction of the largest own developed Nordex wind farm in France to commence in 2015

Nordex and H2air have secured finance via KGAL

The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is pleased that the Speech from the Throne delivered yesterday signals the Government of Alberta’s commitment to developing an Alternative and Renewable Energy Framework.

A2SEA: Halfway on West of Duddon Sands

On 4 March 2014, SEA INSTALLER installed turbine number 54 on West of Duddon Sands in the Irish Sea.

Vestas receives 72.6 MW order in Germany

Additional information about the project can be found here.

Gamesa enters agreement with Santander for the joint development of several wind farms in Mexico, to which it will supply 500 MW

This project positions the companies as the country's most important investor group.

aerodyn: Hyosung Corporation installs aeroMaster 5.0 Prototype on Jeju Island, Korea

The aeroMaster 5.0 offshore wind turbine developed by aerodyn Energiesysteme GmbH in Germany was fully installed on 24 February 2014.

A Full DC Architecture Has the Potential to Reduce the Cost of Electricity from Offshore Wind by 15 Percent / DC Enables Simpler, Smaller and Lower Cost Offshore Substations

As part of the Wind for Prosperity program, Vestas and EP Global Energy signed a Memorandum of Understanding today on bringing wind energy solutions to remote communities in the Middle East.

EWEA 2014 in Barcelona, March 10-13, 2014: Hall 7, Stand 7D10: Direct-drive wind turbine now delivers 3.2-megawatt output / Increased energy yield contributes to lowering costs

ABB filed more patent applications in Europe than any other Swiss-based company in 2013

Switzerland has highest number of applications in Europe per one million inhabitants, ahead of Sweden and Finland

American wind power topped 4 percent of the U.S. power grid for the first time last year and has delivered 30 percent of all new generating capacity for the last five years.

WindEnergy Hamburg – The global on- & offshore expo at the Hamburg Fair site from 23 to 26 September 2014

Ammonit signs partnership with leading SODAR manufacturer AQSystem

Presentation of new SODAR system AQ510 windfinder at the EWEA in Barcelona

BBB to present its range of services at EWEA in Barcelona

Short lectures at BBB’s booth (7 B75)

The forthcoming 13th World Wind Energy Conference & Exhibition Distributed Wind Power will become the most important international wind energy event of the year.

An Extraordinary General Assembly of the European Renewable Energy Council (EREC) taking place in Brussels on 6th March decided the “voluntary” dissolution of the non-profit organisation after over a decade of existence.

Vestas receives 99 MW order in Finland

Vestas has received a firm and unconditional order for two V126-3.3 MW projects in Finland with a total capacity of 99 MW.

Senvion SE, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Suzlon Group, installed more than 1.4 gigawatts (GW) of capacity in 2013 followed by a strong installation start in 2014 – thereby breaking the mark of 10 GW of capacity worldwide.

Vestas has launched the Large Diameter Steel Tower, a cost effective solution to increase tower height for 3 MW turbines to over 140m. The new solution boosts annual energy production on low wind sites by up to eight per cent.

Gamesa obtains type certification for the G128-5.0 MW, its first offshore turbine

This milestone constitutes an endorsement for the platform’s technology and boosts the offshore turbine’s marketing and industrialisation processes

At the event, the company will highlight the commercial success of its AW3000 wind turbine, which has sold or committed units totalling 1.6 GW since the beginning of 2013.

Moog, a motion control solution provider and leading developer of pitch systems and products for the wind energy industry will present important developments in control systems to ensure safe operation of wind turbines in adverse conditions at the Europea

Nordex exceeding the 10,000 mark

With the completion of an N117/2400 turbine at the Irish 36 MW wind farm Monaicha, Nordex SE’s global installed nominal output has now passed the 10,000 MW threshold.

Uruguay: Talas del Maciel wind farm

The Talas del Maciel wind farm is an initiative from the company Astidey S.A., for development in the central - eastern area of the department of Flores, Uruguay.

GE to Provide Wind Energy in Scotland

Wind Farm on the Scottish Borders to Consist of 10 GE Wind Turbines

Portuguese secretary of state for energy Artur Trindade will today call on EU heads of state and government to set ambitious targets for 2030 including a 40% renewable energy target and a target for grid infrastructure.

Record-breaking year for A2SEA

A2SEA has just published its annual accounts with a plus of 276,5 million DKK in 2013. The largest profit for the Danish offshore wind contractor ever in its 14 years history.

Improved direct-drive technology with enhanced performance / Increased energy yield of up to 4 percent / Rotors with diameters of 101, 108 and 113 meters drive the 3.2 MW generator

Space Frame Tower Provides Cost-Effective Way to Go Taller in New Locations / Enclosed Lattice Tower Available on GE’s Multi-Megawatt Wind Turbine Platform / Up to 139-Meter Space Frame Tower Shipped on Standard Trucks and Ocean Vessels for Logistics Ease

IEA executive director: “We welcome a renewables target for 2030”

The International Energy Agency (IEA) supports an EU renewable energy target for 2030 - ...

EWEA: Companies unite to call for an ambitious 2030 renewables target

153 companies, including many wind energy players, have joined a call on EU governments to set an ambitious renewables target for 2030.

New report confirms Vestas as clear market leader in 2013

Vestas installed 13.2% of all wind energy in 2013 according to MAKE Consulting, 28% more megawatts than our closest competitor.

Orders Support Germany’s ‘Energiewende’ Initiative to Increase Highly Effective, Cost-Efficient Decentralized Power Generation Capabilities in Low-Wind Regions / 44 Highly Efficient 2.5-120 Turbines to be Installed at Multiple German Wind Farms

Vestas factories see growth in Colorado to meet U.S. and Canadian market demand

Two blade factories have already filled about 400 positions and Vestas expects to add at least 450 more production workers in 2014.

Six GE 1.6-100 Wind Turbines Will be Installed at Erikshester Wind Farm / GE Continues to Play a Significant Role in Sweden’s Growing Renewables Industry / Contract Includes Five-Year Service Agreement

Vestas showcases leadership as wind power pioneer

A new campaign celebrates Vestas’ unique capabilities as first mover and partner in developing projects in 35 countries around the world, more than any other wind manufacturer.

Eleven Spanish companies and 22 research centers, coordinated by Gamesa, have joined forces on the Azimut Project to enable the development of world’s largest capacity wind turbine by 2020.

The Spanish wind energy industry, through the Spanish Wind Energy Business Association (AEE) - of which ACCIONA is a member - has launched the Act on Facts campaign in the framework of the EWEA 2014 Wind Energy Conference held this week in Barcelona

SAERTEX® wins the JEC Innovation Award 2014

SAERTEX® GmbH & Co. KG was awarded the prestigious JEC Innovation Award for 2014 for a project realised together with two partners.

Nuclear, coal and gas plants in Europe use 4.5 billion m³ of water a year, equivalent to that of 82 million EU citizens – the same as the population of Germany – new research shows.

American wind energy generation has outpaced the growth in new wind power capacity thanks to innovative technological advancements.

This innovation allows to increase the power generation capacity of a given project by 20% and to reduce the BOP (balance of plant) cost by up to 15% compared to the implementation of only one type of turbine.

Vestas builds on partnership with leading German wind power plant developer juwi by signing strategic agreement and firm order for seven V112-3.0 MW turbines.

ABB wins $45 million order to strengthen Swedish power grid

400 kilovolt (kV) substations to enhance grid reliability and increase power security

A 30% renewables target for 2030 would cut Europe's reliance on gas imports by almost three times as much as the European Commission's proposal for 27%, the Commission's own figures show.

Read an interview with Professor Houlsby, Head of Engineering Science at Oxford University. He delivered the prestigious Rankine lecture which will include reference to collaborations with industry that could help cut the costs of offshore wind.

Into the Wind - the AWEA Blog: Google invests $1bn, opportunity in Michigan, Lake Erie proposal wins support

News roundup by the AWEA staff

EWEA: Want a competitive Europe? Embrace renewables!

The European economy is exposed to volatile fossil fuel prices and insecure fossil fuel imports, especially in these days of geopolitical turmoil at our borders.

World market for small wind turbines reaches 687 MW / China, USA and UK account for 80 % of the small wind world market / More supportive policies are imperative to boost the small wind market

In a last minute addition to the European Council's conclusions, leaders stated the need for a "supportive EU framework for advancing renewable energies."

Across the nation, at least 559 U.S. factories that manufacture parts for wind turbines are once again vulnerable since the PTC and ITC.

In the recent EWEA 2014 congress, company CEO Rafael Mateo revealed that 'a large number' of offers have been received for the incorporation of financial partners into the international portfolio of ACCIONA Energía.

Management Board confirms return to profitability / Positive free cash flow of EUR 23.8 million / Market share in the core EMEA region doubled to around 11% / Outlook for 2014: Sales to rise to EUR 1.5 billion,accompanied by an EBIT margin improvement

Production of offshore wind turbine rotor blades to be constructed at the East coast of Great Britain / New logistics- and service centre in Green Port Hull / 1,000 new jobs to be created

Success for Nordex in the United Kingdom

Contracts received from RES

Senvion SE, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Suzlon Group, the world’s fifth-largest* manufacturer of wind turbines, has started to install the prototype of its new 6.2M152. With this turbine, the company is setting new standards for efficient electricity

Leaders from the Northeast wind energy industry met this week in Portland for the second time in three years, as Maine has emerged as the region’s wind energy hub.

Yesterday, a deal was announced in Oklahoma to deliver low-cost, homegrown wind energy from two newly developed wind projects to thousands of Oklahoma consumers.

Gamesa signed 49.3 MW contract with CGN Wind Energy in China

The company will deliver 25 G97-2.0 MW turbines for a wind farm being built in Shandong province. / The turbines are specially designed for low wind sites.

Senvion SE, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Suzlon Group, the world’s fifth-largest* manufacturer of wind turbines, has continued its strong start to 2014 with the signing of a major turbine deal with Scottish energy firm, SSE.

Siemens to deliver Direct Drive technology to Eurus Yurikogen Wind Farm in Japan

Third order for Siemens direct drive wind turbines in East Asia

Super crane for mighty jack-up legs

Lloyd Werft completes installation jack-up "Aeolus" for Van Oord. Offshore specialists face further new challenges.

Vestas receives 98 MW order in North America

Vestas has received a firm and unconditional order for 98 MW in North America.

A2SEA: SEA CHALLENGER on her way home

A2SEA’s second newbuilding SEA CHALLENGER – the sister vessel of SEA INSTALLER - began her journey to Denmark from the Chinese shipyard COSCO in Qidong.

Vestas: Share-based incentive programme 2014

The Board of Directors of Vestas Wind Systems A/S has decided to continue the company’s share-based incentive programme and make a new launch for 2014

DONG Energy has today signed an agreement to sell 50 per cent of the 210 megawatt UK offshore wind construction project Westermost Rough to Marubeni Corporation and UK Green Investment Bank.

Completion of the assembly marks the start of this turbine’s validation process; the company expects to achieve certification during the last quarter of 2014.

Construction work is going on out on the ocean - in Germany for example. Despite ongoing discussions on remodeling the Erneuerbare Energien Gesetz (EEG) the country actually is in the process of building offshore wind farms.

Vestas builds on partnership with leading German wind power plant developer juwi by signing strategic agreement and firm order for seven V112-3.0 megawatt turbines.

Renewable energies would need some strong support from the German government. Instead signals look fatal especially regarding the reform of its Erneuerbare Energien Gesetz (EEG). Germany is about to do away with the 'Energiewende'.