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GENBA is on the rise; another milestone passed by in global existence

Published

8 years ago

6 August 2018

Having been providing full scale services to wind turbines in Turkey since 1998 including assembling, maintenance and wind measurement and location feasibility, Genba recently founded its own companies in Pakistan, Morocco and Romania. Although it is nothing new about providing services for wind turbines in those countries, due to growth of the market and with the combination of the Management’s philosophy to operate by training the qualified local manpower, Genba feels stronger and much more decisive in those countries in terms of investments.

Cengiz Oguzer, The CEO of the Genba Group of Companies

The CEO of the Genba Group of Companies, Mr. Cengiz Oguzer, who devoted his career and his life, we should add, into Renewable Energy systems, detailed that it is just about time to invest in those countries to have the world hearing about Turkish companies and their skillful, yet professional engineering approaches in this sector as well.

Mr. Oguzer, with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from one of the most reputable Universities in Turkey, Middle East Technical University, has relentlessly been investing on both technology and human resources in the sector since 1998.

“Precision in engineering with care of quality, environment and safety briefly summarizes our philosophy in the business” he emphasized and continued that “Being one of the best and first in the sector positions Genba into a more challenging and dynamic state. Our investments in global markets will continue and we believe very strongly that these countries we have invested now would open new gates in the near future. Especially in African continent we anticipate many opportunities in Renewable Energy to which the whole world presently moves forward”.

Genba’s new entity in Romania has been founded by end of January 2018 and currently expanding its business even into the neighboring countries. “Our objective is to apply the same strategy in our other investments by reinforcing the manpower and implementing the same quality of works as we have been conducting in Turkey” additionally stated Mr. Oguzer.

Genba Technical Solution S.R.L. / Romania located in Galati currently has 5 employees and employing engineers and technicians constantly while Genba Technical Solutions Pv.Ltd. in Lahore, Pakistan having 8 employees in the region and GTS Technical Services Sarl. in Laayoune, Morocco currently hiring local citizens to be trained by Genba’s qualified and experienced engineers assigned from Turkey.

Another Group Company, CMI Engineering Ltd., is also in the parts and accessories manufacturing business for the sector and working as an R&D and design center for so many years, exporting the finished products to key players in the segment. CMI is among the approved suppliers of various leaders in the sector such as Enercon, Gamesa, Vestas, LM Composite and G.E.

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Eawind completes periodic audit for GWO blade repair training

Published

4 weeks ago

20 April 2026

Mesut Kul

Eawind, one of the first training providers to offer GWO blade repair training in Türkiye, has announced the successful completion of its periodic audit process.

According to the company’s statement, the training program, delivered under Global Wind Organisation (GWO) accreditation, aims to provide participants with a globally recognized qualification.

The company also expressed its appreciation to Dr. Duygu Hakan and the Bureau Veritas team for their professional approach and contributions throughout the audit process.

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We4Ce and CEWA Plus Expand Blade Root Repairs in Asia

Published

4 weeks ago

20 April 2026

Mesut Kul

We4Ce, a Netherlands-based rotor blade engineering company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Thailand-based renewable energy developer CEWA Plus to scale on-site blade root bushing remanufacturing across Asia.

The agreement integrates We4Ce’s proprietary “Re-FIT” methodology and CNC Onsite’s mobile machining solutions with CEWA Plus’s on-site execution and quality control processes, forming a regional service network.

Serial orders are scheduled to begin in April 2026, with operations expanding across 12 countries including India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam.

A new approach to blade root maintenance

Blade root bushings are critical structural components connecting the blade root to the turbine hub. In certain blade constructions, material shrinkage or uneven distribution may lead to microcracks and reduced bonding strength over time.

The Re-FIT methodology enables precise removal and replacement of the damaged interface layer, restoring a factory-standard mechanical bond.

Compared to conventional repair methods involving blade transport or replacement, the on-site solution offers:

Up to 60% cost reduction
Lower CO₂ emissions
Reduced downtime

New monitoring system: GapMaster Intelligence

The MOU also includes the integration of “GapMaster Intelligence,” a monitoring system developed by CEWA Plus.

Using high-precision laser scanning, the system continuously monitors the bond between the blade root and the bushing. Any detected gap triggers an automated alert via SCADA, enabling a shift toward proactive, condition-based maintenance.

Regional expansion and training

Technical teams from Asia will undergo training in Denmark and the Netherlands, covering machining operations, the Re-FIT process, and structural restoration procedures.

Following initial deployment in Thailand, the partners are also targeting expansion into Brazil and the United States, while developing solutions for offshore wind applications.

Operations and Maintenance

GE Vernova Secures 1.1 GW of U.S. Onshore Wind Repower Orders in 2025

Published

3 months ago

19 February 2026

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GE Vernova receives 1.1 GW of U.S. wind turbine repower orders, extending asset lifetimes, increasing output, and supporting domestic manufacturing.

GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind business has secured orders in 2025 to repower 1.1 gigawatts (GW) of onshore wind capacity in the United States. The projects are expected to reach commercial operation between 2026 and 2027.

The repowering initiatives will utilize nacelles and drivetrains manufactured at the company’s Pensacola, Florida facility, reinforcing domestic manufacturing activity and supply chain localization.

Extending Asset Life and Increasing Output

Repowering enables wind farm operators to upgrade existing assets by replacing key components such as nacelles and drivetrain systems, without developing entirely new sites. This approach increases annual energy production, improves reliability, and reduces long-term operations and maintenance costs.

As onshore wind fleets mature, repowering is emerging as a cost-effective strategy to extract additional value from established sites while avoiding permitting complexities and grid connection challenges.

A Growing Installed Base

GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind segment supports an installed base of approximately 59,000 turbines worldwide, representing nearly 120 GW of capacity. The company continues to expand its focus on lifecycle services and modernization solutions as part of its broader energy transition strategy.

Repowering as a Strategic Trend

Globally, repowering is becoming an increasingly important component of wind market development. By upgrading high-performing sites with modern equipment, operators can enhance output without expanding land use, while improving project economics and asset performance.

The 1.1 GW of repower orders secured in 2025 signals sustained demand for modernization solutions in the U.S. market and highlights the growing role of lifecycle optimization in mature wind fleets.