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GE Vernova Appoints Hakan Ozmen as Wind CEO From January 2027
GE Vernova has appointed Hakan Ozmen as chief executive of its Wind business, effective 1 January 2027, as the company continues efforts to improve the unit’s operational performance and profitability. Ozmen will join GE Vernova as Wind CEO designate on 1 November 2026, according to GE Vernova chief executive Scott Strazik. He will succeed Vic Abate, who has held leadership roles across GE and GE Vernova’s Wind, Gas Power and Advanced Research Center businesses.
R.Power Completes Construction of 55MWp Lazuri Solar Farm in Romania
R.Power has completed construction of its 55MWp Lazuri solar project in Satu Mare County, north-western Romania, with energisation planned by the end of 2026. The high-voltage facility comprises 88,708 photovoltaic modules and six medium-voltage stations. Once operational, it is expected to generate approximately 70GWh of electricity annually, equivalent to the consumption of more than 44,000 households. Lazuri is among Romania’s larger solar farms by installed capacity.
Nordex Secures 42MW Order From Navaris for Lambacher Höh Wind Farm in Germany
Nordex has received a 42MW order from Navaris for the Lambacher Höh wind farm in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. The order covers the supply and installation of four N163/6.X turbines and two N175/6.X machines, along with a 20-year Premium Service contract. Nordex said installation of the first wind turbine is scheduled to begin in January 2028, with full commissioning planned for July 2028. The wind farm is being developed southwest of Bitburg, close to the Luxembourg border.
Cadeler and Vattenfall Explore Next-Generation Offshore Wind Maintenance Solutions
Cadeler, through its dedicated offshore wind service platform Nexra, and Vattenfall Vindkraft have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore next-generation operations and maintenance solutions for the offshore wind industry. The collaboration will focus on advancing Major Component Exchange (MCE) capabilities by combining operational expertise, service methodologies and long-term planning, the companies said.
ib vogt Breaks Ground on 99MWp Luca Solar Plant in Philippines
ib vogt has broken ground on the 99MWp Luca Solar Power Plant in Ajuy, Iloilo, in the Philippines, as the company expands its solar development and construction portfolio in the country. The project is expected to generate approximately 158GWh of clean energy annually, enough to supply around 79,000 homes, while avoiding an estimated 109,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions each year.
GE Vernova to Supply Seven Turbines for 29.4MW Hiyamizutouge Wind Farm in Japan
GE Vernova has secured an agreement to supply seven 4.2MW-117m wind turbines for Eurus Energy’s 29.4MW Hiyamizutouge wind farm in Japan. The project is located in Mutsu City and Higashidori Village in Aomori Prefecture. The agreement also includes a two-year service contract, with an option to extend the arrangement by an additional two years. GE Vernova said the turbines are part of its 4MW platform, which has accumulated more than 2 million operating hours.
Statkraft Installs First Panels at 49.9MW Soay Solar Farm in UK
Statkraft has installed the first solar panels at its 49.9MW Soay Solar Farm in East Yorkshire, marking the start of construction of the company’s first solar project in the UK. Located east of Thornton, the project is expected to begin operations in 2027 and will generate enough renewable electricity to supply the equivalent of approximately 21,700 homes.
Siemens Energy Prepares Transformation of Industry for Standalone Separation
Siemens Energy is preparing for the legal and operational separation of its Transformation of Industry business as it moves toward establishing the unit as a standalone industrial energy solutions company. The company said the separation is intended to give the business greater entrepreneurial flexibility and create additional opportunities for profitable growth. Siemens Energy plans to deconsolidate the unit while retaining a meaningful minority stake to support its continued development.
UK Approves 400 MW Beacon Fen Solar Farm and 600 MW Battery Project
The UK government has granted planning permission for Low Carbon’s 400 MW Beacon Fen solar farm in Lincolnshire, alongside a planned 600 MW battery energy storage system. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) approved the project’s Development Consent Order (DCO) application on August 21, clearing the scheme for construction near Sleaford. The project will connect to the national grid through the Bicker Fen substation. Low Carbon submitted the DCO application in April 2025.
Enercon Secures €1 Billion Syndicated Guarantee Facility to Support Growth
Enercon has agreed a new €1 billion syndicated guarantee facility with its financing partners, providing additional financial support for the German wind turbine manufacturer’s business activities and planned growth. The syndicated credit facility has an initial term of three years and includes two one-year extension options. Enercon said the agreement also provides further development options to support its business activities in the coming years.
Germany Launches Offshore Grid Infrastructure Plan for New Connections
Germany’s Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH) has launched work on an infrastructure areas plan for new offshore grid connections, establishing routes, route corridors and platform locations for the first time. The new plan will define infrastructure areas for offshore grid connection lines and is intended to complement Germany’s existing Area Development Plan (FEP) for offshore wind.
Orsted Files Early Plans for Up to 2 GW Dadu 2 Offshore Wind Project in Taiwan
Orsted has submitted initial paperwork for a proposed offshore wind project of up to 2 GW in the Taiwan Strait, with the Dadu 2 development planned approximately 38 km off Taiwan’s Changhua County. The proposed project would cover an area of about 234 square kilometres. Orsted is considering turbines with rated capacities ranging from 14 MW to 22 MW. The current proposal includes between 91 and 143 turbines, with jacket foundations identified in the initial plans.
Turbine Components Arrive in Dundee for 1.1 GW Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm
Turbine components for the 1,100 MW Inch Cape offshore wind farm being developed by ESB and Red Rock Renewables have begun arriving at the Port of Dundee as the project prepares for turbine installation off Scotland’s east coast. The first tower sections for the project’s Vestas V236-15MW turbines arrived at the Port of Dundee in early August.
OEG Wins Corrosion Protection Contract for 977MW Gennaker Offshore Wind Farm
OEG has secured a contract from Skyborn to provide subsea corrosion protection for the 977MW Gennaker offshore wind farm in Germany’s Baltic Sea, adding another major offshore wind project to its subsea services portfolio. The company will supply impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) systems designed to protect the wind farm’s turbine foundations from corrosion throughout their operational life.
East Anglia 3 Completes Foundation Installation For 1.4GW Offshore Wind Farm
ScottishPower Renewables has completed the foundation installation campaign for the 1.4GW East Anglia 3 offshore wind farm off the east coast of England, marking a major milestone for the project. Seaway Ventus installed the final monopile and transition piece this week, completing all 95 foundations across the wind farm’s array area approximately 69 km off East Anglia. Foundation installation began in April 2025.
Alcemi Acquires Majority Stakes in 575MW Battery Storage Portfolio in Romania
Alcemi has acquired majority stakes in two early-stage battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in Romania with a combined planned capacity of 575 megawatts (MW) / 2,300 megawatt-hours (MWh). The company said the transaction marks its entry into the Romanian energy storage market and expands its portfolio of battery storage projects across Europe.
ScottishPower Renewables Awards £102.9 Million in Onshore Wind Maintenance Contracts
ScottishPower Renewables (SPR) has awarded £102.9 million in onshore wind operations and maintenance (O&M) contracts to four UK companies under agreements covering 24 wind projects across Britain. The contracts have been awarded to Gael Energy, Everun, RES, and Natural Power, with each agreement running for five years. SPR said three of the companies are extending existing partnerships, while Gael Energy joins the company’s supplier network for the first time.
British Solar Renewables Wins Approval for 29MW Hampshire Solar Farm
British Solar Renewables (BSR) has secured planning permission for its proposed 29-megawatt (MW) Lower Wyke Solar Park near St Mary Bourne in Hampshire after the Planning Inspectorate overturned an earlier refusal by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council. The approval follows a planning appeal hearing held in May, with the Planning Inspectorate concluding that the project’s renewable energy, environmental and wider public benefits outweighed its potential adverse impacts.
ib vogt Brings 99 MWp Tantangan Solar Project Online in the Philippines
Solar developer ib vogt has commenced commercial operations at the 99-megawatt-peak (MWp) Tantangan Solar Power Plant in South Cotabato, Philippines. According to the company, Tantangan Solar is its second solar project in Mindanao and one of the region’s largest renewable energy developments. The project also represents ib vogt’s first solar-plus-storage hybrid facility in Southeast Asia.
Nordex Refinances With €2.475 Billion ESG-Linked Credit Facility
Nordex has secured a new €2.475 billion ESG-linked syndicated multi-currency guarantee facility, providing the wind turbine manufacturer with a financing framework running from 2026 through 2031. According to the company, the new facility offers increased capacity, greater flexibility, and more cost-efficient financing compared with the previous arrangement.
India’s Wind Power Capacity Reaches 57.4GW as Annual Installations Accelerate
India’s installed wind power capacity reached 57,443 megawatts (MW) as of 30 June 2026, following another year of accelerating deployment that also saw wind electricity generation exceed 106 billion units. According to government data, wind capacity additions increased to 6,057MW during the 2025-26 financial year, up from 4,151MW in FY2024-25 and 3,253MW in FY2023-24.
Wind Multiplikator Rebrands as Semco Maritime Offshore Wind Service
Wind Multiplikator has been renamed Semco Maritime Offshore Wind Service as part of its integration into Semco Maritime following the company’s acquisition in June 2023. Semco Maritime said the rebranding unifies all of its offshore wind service activities under a single brand, aligning its market presence and organisational structure while providing greater clarity for customers and industry partners.
European Commission Opens In-Depth Probe Into Saipem-Subsea7 Merger
The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation into the proposed merger between Saipem and Subsea7, citing concerns that the transaction could reduce competition in parts of the offshore engineering and construction market. The Commission said its preliminary assessment indicates that the merger may significantly affect competition in certain offshore engineering services, particularly those supporting the oil and gas industry.
Heelstone Begins Construction on 86 MW Illinois Solar Portfolio Backed by Meta
Heelstone Renewable Energy has reached financial close and commenced construction of three solar photovoltaic projects in Illinois with a combined installed capacity of 86 megawatts (MW), marking another expansion of the company’s renewable energy portfolio in the United States. The projects are expected to begin commercial operations by the end of 2026. The Illinois portfolio includes the 40 MW Two Blues Solar project, the 28 MW Snapdragon Solar project, and the 18 MW Pike Solar project.
Eurowind Energy Begins Construction of Three Wind Farms in Romania
Eurowind Energy has started construction of three wind farms in Romania after receiving setting-up authorisations from the country’s National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE). The projects—Frumușița, Vector and Pecineaga Nord-East—will add a combined 138 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity to Romania’s electricity grid through the installation of 23 Vestas wind turbines.
Australia Proposes New Power and Water Rules for AI Data Centres
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has proposed a new regulatory framework that would require large artificial intelligence (AI) data centres to support electricity generation equivalent to their energy consumption, as part of broader efforts to manage the sector’s growing demand for power.
RWE Wins Tender to Repower Rethen-Vordorf Wind Farm in Germany
RWE has secured a contract in the latest Federal Network Agency auction to repower its Rethen-Vordorf onshore wind farm in Lower Saxony, Germany. The project will replace three existing wind turbines with three modern turbines, increasing the wind farm’s installed capacity from 5.4MW to 21MW. According to RWE, construction is scheduled to begin shortly in the Gifhorn district, with the upgraded wind farm expected to enter commercial operation by the end of 2027.
Iver Group Integrates Business in Wind to Expand European Wind Services
Business in Wind has joined Iver Group in a move that the companies said will strengthen Iver Group’s position as a full-service provider for the wind energy sector while expanding its presence across Europe. Under the agreement, Business in Wind will continue operating as an independent brand within Iver Group as both companies work together to broaden their service offering and pursue new growth opportunities.
Amprion Delays BalWin1 Offshore Grid Connection Project Until 2031
German transmission system operator Amprion has postponed the expected completion of the BalWin1 offshore grid connection system by one year, with the project now scheduled for completion on 15 September 2031. The company said the revised timetable reflects additional work required for the design and manufacture of the offshore converter platform, as well as challenging ground conditions encountered at the site of the onshore converter station.
WindEurope Urges EU to Direct Carbon Market Revenues Toward Industrial Electrification
WindEurope has urged the European Commission to use its upcoming review of the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) to accelerate industrial electrification, arguing that carbon market revenues should be directed toward technologies capable of delivering immediate emissions reductions.
Exus Renewables and Pure Energy Partner to Expand Integrated Energy Services in Europe
Exus Renewables and Pure Energy have entered into a commercial partnership to provide integrated asset and energy management services for renewable energy and battery storage projects across Europe. The companies said the collaboration will initially focus on Germany and Poland, combining Exus Renewables’ asset management expertise with Pure Energy’s capabilities in energy trading, forecasting and market optimization.
Orient Cable Delivers Second Export Cable for Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm
Orient Cable has completed the delivery of the second export cable for the 1.1-gigawatt Inch Cape offshore wind farm in Scotland, marking another milestone in the construction of the renewable energy project. The company said the cable was shipped from the Port of Blyth in northeast England as work continues on the offshore transmission infrastructure that will connect the wind farm to the electricity grid.
Fraunhofer ISE Develops Solar Hydrogen Module Achieving 31.3% Conversion Efficiency
Scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE) have developed a photovoltaic-electrolysis module that produces hydrogen directly from sunlight, achieving a solar-to-hydrogen conversion efficiency of up to 31.3%. The research combines concentrating photovoltaic technology with proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis, allowing solar energy to split water molecules into hydrogen without intermediate power conversion stages.
Aboitiz Renewables Commissions 92.55MWp San Manuel Solar Power Plant in Pangasinan
Aboitiz Renewables has officially inaugurated the 92.55-megawatt peak (MWp) San Manuel Solar Power Plant in Pangasinan, expanding its renewable energy portfolio and increasing clean electricity supply to the Luzon grid. The solar facility was developed in collaboration with the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), local government units, and host communities, with electricity delivered through the San Manuel 69-kilovolt (kV) Substation.
Egg Power Acquires 90MW Chirmorie Wind Farm with Natural Power Advisory Support
Egg Power has completed the acquisition and financing of the 90 MW Chirmorie Wind Farm in South Ayrshire, with technical advisory support provided by Natural Power throughout both phases of the transaction. The project represents Egg Power’s largest renewable energy development in the United Kingdom to date and includes a power purchase agreement (PPA) to supply electricity to Amazon.
Belectric to Build 148MW Westermeerdijk Solar Park in the Netherlands
Belectric, a member of Elevion Group, has been awarded the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for the 148MWp Westermeerdijk solar park in the Netherlands. Once completed, the project will rank among the country’s largest solar parks and further strengthen Belectric’s position in the Dutch utility-scale solar market. The Westermeerdijk solar park is being developed for renewable energy company Novar in the municipality of Noordoostpolder.
EDP Renewables Agrees to Sell 68MW Italian Wind and Solar Portfolio
EDP Renewables (EDPR) has signed a Sale and Purchase Agreement with PLT Energia S.R.L. to divest a 100% equity stake in a 68MWac (70MWdc) portfolio of operating wind and solar assets in Italy. The transaction values the portfolio at an estimated enterprise value of approximately €150 million, subject to customary closing adjustments. The portfolio consists of five renewable energy facilities located across the southern Italian regions of Puglia, Basilicata and Campania.
Vestas Secures 451MW of Wind Turbine Orders Across Europe and Japan
Vestas has announced a total of 451MW in new wind turbine orders across Europe and Asia-Pacific, with projects located in Germany, Poland, Romania, Latvia, an undisclosed Eastern European market and Japan. The orders form part of the company’s end-of-second-quarter intake and include long-term service agreements extending up to 30 years. Germany accounted for 142MW of the newly announced orders across five onshore wind projects.
Suzlon Wins 400 MW Wind EPC Contract From Tata Power Renewable Energy
Suzlon Energy has secured a 400 MW engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract from Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) for a wind power project in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The project, located in Anantapur district, will strengthen the long-standing partnership between the two companies, taking Suzlon’s cumulative order book from Tata Power to more than 1 GW across four Indian states.
Dogger Bank D Launches Consultation on Proposed Onshore Converter Station in East Yorkshire
Communities across East Yorkshire have been invited to provide feedback on early-stage proposals for an onshore converter station that would support the proposed 1.5GW Dogger Bank D offshore wind farm. Project developers SSE Renewables and Equinor have launched a six-week non-statutory consultation on the facility, which has a preferred location south of Beverley.
Stadtwerke München Acquires 25% Stake in Germany’s 976 MW Gennaker Offshore Wind Farm
Stadtwerke München (SWM) has agreed to acquire a 25% equity stake in the 976 MW Gennaker offshore wind farm being developed by Skyborn Renewables in the German Baltic Sea. The companies said the transaction represents a significant milestone for the large-scale renewable energy project as it moves closer to construction and financial close.
Wien Energie Commissions 62 MW Loidesthal 2 Wind Farm in Austria
Wien Energie has officially commissioned the 62 MW Loidesthal 2 wind farm in Zistersdorf, Lower Austria, marking a significant milestone in the utility’s renewable energy growth strategy. Developed in partnership with Austrian renewable energy company ImWind, the project is now the most powerful wind farm in Wien Energie’s portfolio and forms part of a broader effort to expand clean electricity generation across the country.
Eurelectric Urges EU to Preserve Strong Carbon Market Ahead of ETS Review
Eurelectric has called on the European Commission to maintain a predictable and competitive EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), urging policymakers to strengthen the bloc’s carbon market ahead of a forthcoming review of the framework. In a letter addressed to European Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra, the electricity industry association argued that the ETS has played a central role in reducing emissions while supporting economic growth across the European Union.
European Energy Extends Wind Farm Asset Management Deal with Enea Nowa Energia in Poland
European Energy has extended its technical asset management agreement with Enea Nowa Energia for a portfolio of six wind farms in Poland, reinforcing its long-term role in supporting renewable energy operations in one of its key European markets. The renewed agreement will remain in effect through the end of 2027 and covers wind energy assets with a combined installed capacity of more than 83MW.
Chint Solar Europe Sells 56MW German Battery Storage Portfolio to Second Foundation
Chint Solar Europe has completed the sale of a portfolio of five battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in Germany to energy infrastructure investor Second Foundation. The portfolio comprises projects with a combined capacity of 56MW and 180MWh located across the eastern German states of Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Brandenburg.
TenneT Appoints Shell Netherlands Chief Frans Everts as CEO
TenneT has appointed Frans Everts as its next chief executive officer and chair of the executive board, with the appointment taking effect on November 1, 2026. The nomination was approved by the Dutch Ministry of Finance following a recommendation from the company’s supervisory board. Everts will serve an initial four-year term and will succeed Manon van Beek, who will remain CEO until the leadership transition is completed later this year.
BayWa r.e. Appoints Gemma Hamilton as UK and Ireland Projects Managing Director
BayWa r.e. has appointed Gemma Hamilton as managing director of its UK and Ireland projects business, promoting an executive who has held several senior leadership positions within the company since joining in 2022. The company said Hamilton will oversee the continued development of its renewable energy project portfolio across the UK and Ireland, a region it identifies as a key market for future growth.
Carlyle Agrees to Sell Flender to Triton Fund 6
Global investment firm Carlyle has agreed to sell German industrial and wind power drivetrain supplier Flender to Triton Fund 6, which is advised by Triton Partners. The companies said the transaction remains subject to customary regulatory approvals and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026. Financial terms were not disclosed. Headquartered in Bocholt, Germany, Flender manufactures gearboxes, couplings and generators used in industrial applications and wind turbines.
Massachusetts Court Orders GE Vernova to Continue Work on Vineyard Wind Project
A Massachusetts judge has denied GE Vernova’s request to overturn a previous court order requiring the company to continue servicing and maintaining turbines at the 806 MW Vineyard Wind 1 offshore wind project. In a ruling issued late last week, Massachusetts Superior Court Justice Peter Krupp found that the project’s declaration of commercial operation and activation of its power purchase agreement (PPA) with the state did not eliminate the need for GE Vernova’s continued involvement.
GE Vernova Reaches 25GW Wind Turbine Manufacturing Milestone in Germany
GE Vernova has announced that its wind turbine manufacturing facility in Salzbergen, Germany, has reached a cumulative production milestone of 25GW of wind turbine capacity. The company said the achievement highlights the role of the site as a key manufacturing hub within its European wind business and comes amid growing global demand for electricity and increasing efforts to decarbonize energy systems.
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