Turbine Technologies
Siemens Gamesa to install two large onshore wind farm projects in South Africa
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) will supply two wind farms in South Africa including 109 units of onshore wind turbines. The SWT-2.3-108 turbine will each feature a rated capacity of 2.3 MW and a 108 meters diameter rotor.
While the 140 MW Kangnas wind farm project is located near Springbok in the Northern Cape, another 110 MW Perdekraal East wind farm is situated 80km northeast of Ceres in the Western Cape. A 10 year full service agreement will secure the performance of the wind farms, which will together supply enough clean electricity for approximately 214.000 South African homes.
A consortium led by Mainstream Renewable Power was awarded the contracts [1] for the wind farms by the Department of Energy in South Africa as part of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). While Siemens Gamesa will start the supply of the wind turbines early 2019, the wind farm’s completion is planned for 2020.
“This is the next big milestone for Siemens Gamesa in South Africa and with adding these two wind farms, Siemens Gamesa will have installed more than 850MW of wind capacity in the country” says Janek Winand, Managing Director Siemens Gamesa South Africa. “We are proud to offer services with a localized team based in Johannesburg with long lasting experience and determined to generate value for South Africa by creating jobs, supporting local manufacturing and driving development projects within local communities” he adds. Present in South Africa since 2014, the accumulated base installed by Siemens Gamesa accounts today 324 MW of rated capacity, and two wind projects totaling 280 MW under construction.
Owner of the wind farms is the Mainstream Renewable Power consortium. Mainstream is an independent global developer of renewable energy based in Dublin, Ireland, with offices in 7 countries around the globe with one of their largest in Cape Town, South Africa. Siemens Gamesa has already delivered several projects to Mainstream in the past with a total of 498 MW. The first 138 MW were supplied for the Jeffreys Bay wind farm in 2014, another 80 MW for Noupoort wind farm in 2016 and in 2017 a total of 280 MW were commissioned for Loeriesfontein and Khobab wind farms counting 140 MW each. Siemens Gamesa secured full service agreements of 10 years for Nouport, Khobab and Loriesfontain and 5 years for Jeffreys Bay.
“We are very proud to have won further projects, part of the ambitious renewable energy program of South Africa in line with the national commitment to transition to a low carbon economy”, says Enrique Pedrosa, CEO Onshore for South Europe and Africa at Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy. “We are strongly committed to continuously support the country on its path to provide more and more Africans with clean energy and will do everything to contribute to its socio-economic and environmentally sustainable growth”.
Turbine Technologies
The High-power Wind Turbine Rolled Off the Production Line at CRRC Baiyin New Energy Equipment Base
Recently, the high-power wind turbine developed by CRRC for the complex climate and unique geological conditions of Northwest China rolled off the production line and entered mass production at CRRC Baiyin New Energy Equipment Base. This marks an important milestone of CRRC’s presence in the new energy industry in Baiyin.
The 7.5 MW high-power wind turbine offers flexible power configurations ranging from 6.X to 8.X MW and features a rotor diameter of over 220 meters. By incorporating the high-speed train reliability design principles, it not only improves the wind energy capture efficiency, but also ensures safe and stable operation in the complex and variable climate conditions. The wind turbine is the result of CRRC Shandong Wind Power Co., Ltd.’s indepth research into the wind resources and geographical features of Northwest China, particularly in provinces like Gansu.
The first phase of CRRC Baiyin New Energy Equipment Base has been built into a modern industrial cluster centered on wind turbine sets, hydrogen production equipment, and electrical systems, providing a mass production capacity of 300 wind turbine sets and hubs per year.
A strategic step that strengthens LEITWIND’s presence in the Eastern Thrace region.
LEITWIND’s success in Turkey can be attributed to several factors: the adoption of cutting-edge technology, the offer of
a comprehensive all-inclusive package that includes not only the standard supply of wind turbines but also continuous support throughout all project phases, and a strong local presence. Following the establishment of LEITNER TURKEY in May 2012, specializing in the ropeway sector, the LEITWIND TURKEY branch was inaugurated in Bursa, actively managing the 10 LEITWIND wind farms currently operating in the country.
Not only in Turkey but also in Italy, the LTW90 product continues to receive significant recognition. In the fall of 2024, LEITWIND successfully completed the first LTW90 wind farm in the province of Trapani. This project, consisting of three LTW90 with a rated power of 1,000 kW, presented a significant logistical challenge due to the area’s unique morphological characteristics. However, achieving this result highlights the company’s experience and expertise in handling installations in complex environments.
The wind energy sector is undergoing a transformation, with major manufacturers shifting towards turbines with larger rotors and higher power outputs, thereby reducing the availability of Megawatt- class turbines. In this challenging context, LEITWIND stands out for its specialization in small to medium-sized projects and repowering operations, reinforcing its role as a key partner for communities, SMEs, and local investors.
Despite regulatory and permitting uncertainties, the small to medium-sized wind energy sector represents a strategic opportunity to enhance the value of already installed energy potential. LEITWIND is ready to further strengthen its leadership position, making a significant contribution to the global energy transition.
Since its establishment in 1984, ENERCON has pioneered in wind energy technology by developing onshore wind turbines and playing a key role in the industry. With over 33,000 installed wind turbines worldwide and a cumulative installed capacity exceeding 64 GW, the company stands as one of the architects of a sustainable future. It has established itself as one of the leading brands in the global wind energy sector by means of its innovative wind turbine technology, high-quality standards, and decades of experience. In Türkiye, it is recognized as one of the pioneers of the country’s energy transition. As Türkiye’s first wind turbine brand, ENERCON Türkiye has achieved many industry milestones throughout its 27-year history. Today, with more than 1,250wind turbines installed, the company alone accounts for nearly 24% of Türkiye’s total 13 GW installed wind capacity.
The company entered the Turkish market in 1997 and has since exceeded a cumulative installed capacity of 3 GW, starting from just 1.5 MW, marking a significant milestone in its journey. By the end of 2025, it aims to achieve a total installed capacity of 4 GW. As the turbine supplier for the 1,000 MW mega project encompassing the entire YEKA RES-2 tenders, the company continues to play a key role in Türkiye’s energy transition through its contracts in YEKA-2 and YEKA-3.
The company is solidifying its role in Türkiye’s wind energy sector with ongoing and contracted projects. Rather than seeing Türkiye merely as a sales market, it actively engages in production and engineering activities. Through its investments in education and R&D, ENERCON contributes to developing innovative wind energy technologies in the country. As part of its collaboration with Enerjisa Üretim, ENERCON is set to test the E-175 EP5 model—one of the world’s largest wind turbines with a rotor diameter of 175 meters—for the first time in Türkiye at the Bandırma Energy Hub. The E-175 EP5 E2 7 MW stands out as one of ENERCON’s latest and most advanced turbine designs in engineering. ENERCON’s signature direct drive technology distinguishes the company from other brands and is also a key feature in this model. Additionally, incorporating a permanent magnet system maximizes energy efficiency, demonstrating its commitment to high performance. With its robust performance and optimized aerodynamic design, the E-175 EP5 E2 ensures maximum energy generation even at low and medium wind speeds, reflecting ENERCON’s sustainability and technology-driven vision.
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