Spain launches wind energy artificial intelligence laboratory
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The Spanish wind sector has launched a dedicated artificial intelligence laboratory aimed at accelerating the practical application of AI across renewable energy operations and value chains. The initiative is a joint effort between the Spanish Wind Energy Association and the Institute of Knowledge Engineering, bringing together wind energy companies, artificial intelligence specialists and technology providers.
Denmark receives bids for Central North Sea and Hesselø offshore wind sites
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Danish Energy Agency has received bids for two offshore wind sites in the Central North Sea and Hesselø areas, following the tender deadline on 20 May 2026. The projects are planned to deliver at least 1.8 GW of offshore wind capacity.
ACP report highlights growth in USA clean energy manufacturing
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American Clean Power Association (ACP) has published its second annual State of Clean Energy Manufacturing report. The report states that clean energy manufacturing has become an important part of the USA industrial economy.
Polytech appoints René Balle as chief executive officer
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Polytech has appointed René Balle as Chief Executive Officer. René Balle brings more than 20 years of experience from the wind industry. He spent more than 12 years at KK Wind Group, most recently serving as President of the Power & Controls Division. He previously held the roles of Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Technology Officer.
Nordex starts blade production at new Türkiye facility
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Nordex has started production at its new blade manufacturing facility in Menemen, İzmir, Türkiye, in May 2026. The new site, located in the İzmir Free Trade Zone, covers a total land area of about 130,000 square metres, including a production building of around 90,000 square metres.
Study highlights €7 annual return for every €1 of EU wind funding
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A study by Trinomics, in collaboration with DTU Wind, indicates that targeted EU funding for wind innovation and industrial scaling can deliver significant economic benefits for Europe. The analysis finds that by 2040, each €1 of public funding for wind could generate around €7 in annual economic returns. It also identifies wider impacts on industrial competitiveness and energy security.
Gonvarri Industries signs 10-year renewable power agreement with Iberdrola
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Gonvarri Industries and Iberdrola have signed a 10-year renewable power purchase agreement. The contract covers the annual supply of 26,000 MWh of electricity to eight production facilities operated by Gonvarri Industries across four European countries.
Max Bögl Wind builds 7.2 MW hybrid tower wind turbine in Bavaria
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Max Bögl Wind AG is constructing a wind turbine near its headquarters in Sengenthal in Bavaria, Germany, using a hybrid tower design for onshore wind applications. The turbine, supplied by Vestas, has an installed capacity of 7.2 MW, a hub height of 199 metres and a total height of 285 metres.
RWE starts construction of 42 MW Serra Giannina onshore wind farm in Italy
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RWE has started construction of the Serra Giannina onshore wind farm in the municipality of Potenza, in the Basilicata. The project, awarded under last year’s FER-X auction, will have an installed capacity of 42 MW and will consist of six wind turbines, each rated at 7 MW.
Iberdrola signs long-term Washington state power agreement for 199.5 MW Big Horn I wind farm
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Iberdrola has signed a long-term power purchase agreement with Puget Sound Energy in Washington state through its USA subsidiary Avangrid. The agreement supports the supply of renewable electricity from the Big Horn I wind farm in Klickitat County. The facility has a capacity of 199.5 MW and generates enough electricity to supply around 70,000 homes annually.
- Orklys launches GeoScout AI platform for wind turbine site assessment
- Vattenfall inaugurates 139 MW Bruzaholm wind farm in Sweden
- Balmoral Group completes sale of Comtec to Freudenberg
- Haskoning supports approval of Dogger Bank South offshore wind consent in UK
- Jan De Nul reports 6% increase in 2025 turnover
- United Kingdom approves Dogger Bank South offshore wind project
- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners and British International Investment launch North Star renewable energy platform in India
- RHODÉ consortium launches floating HVDC connection research project for deep-water offshore wind
- Scottish Renewables publishes 2025/26 supply chain impact statement
- Cadeler reports higher Q1 revenue and EBITDA following fleet expansion
- Taylor Hopkinson launches global renewables workforce happiness study
- Palfinger to supply davit cranes for North Sea HVDC converter platforms
- Vestas adds 673 MW order intake in USA
- OnPath Energy partners with Wilson Forest Products on 121 MW Scotland wind projects
- Next Geosolutions awarded North Sea survey contract by TenneT
- Ocean Winds receives onshore consent for 2 GW Caledonia offshore wind farm
- Nordex secures 82 MW turbine orders from WNE in Germany
- NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy announce all-stock merger agreement
- Taihan acquires submarine cable installation vessel Skandi Connector
- Boskalis to invest in high-capacity cable lay vessel
- Nordex accepts ZX Lidars for standalone site suitability assessments
- South Korea receives bids for 3.6 GW in 2026 H1 offshore wind auction
- WestWind Energy receives Victorian approval assessment for Warracknabeal Energy Park
- Nexans takes delivery of cable laying vessel Nexans Electra
- RES completes sale of Topaz wind farm to Reges Elektrik
- Damen delivers first CSOV 9020 to Ta San Shang Marine
- Eolos deploys floating LiDAR buoy at AGEC offshore wind site in Caspian Sea
- Siemens Gamesa nears break-even as turnaround progresses
- Vattenfall and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners award TKF inter-array cable contract for Zeevonk offshore wind project
- Offshore wind supplies nearly one-fifth of UK electricity generation
