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WindEnergy Hamburg 2024 powers up: Collaboration is key to a successful energy transition

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WindEnergy Hamburg 2024 is sending a powerful signal: At the official opening ceremony, with Vice-chancellor Robert Habeck attending remotely by video, leading representatives from politics and the industry emphasised the importance of clear regulations and international cooperation in driving the energy transition. Dr. Melanie Leonhard, Hamburg’s Senator for Economics and Innovation, emphasized the radiance of WindEnergy Hamburg in her speech. As the perfect platform to promote these efforts, WindEnergy Hamburg features more than 1,600 exhibitors and over 200 conference slots.

“From turbine technology and grid expansion to storage and smart AI solutions, renewable energy is, of course, front and centre at WindEnergy Hamburg. But like every trade fair, WindEnergy Hamburg thrives on the live interaction of people, and we are excited to see so many participants devoting all their energy and commitment to making this event special,” said Heiko M. Stutzinger, CEO of Hamburg Messe und Congress, at the opening of WindEnergy Hamburg. The expo chief and his team have invited top-flight guests: Robert Habeck, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection, participated remotely in the opening ceremony of the world’s leading wind industry expo, which celebrated its inauguration ten years ago. This was followed by international government and industry representatives discussing the opportunities and challenges brought about by the energy transition:

Udo Bauer, CEO – Enercon, representing VDMA Power Systems

José Luis Blanco, CEO – Nordex Group / Chairman – WindEurope

Lee Chuan Teck, Executive Chairman – Enterprise Singapore

Zafer Demircan, Vice Energy Minister, Republic of Türkiye

Bärbel Heidebroek, CEO – Landwind Group / Chairwoman – BWE

Kaspars Melnis, Minister for Climate and Energy, Latvia

Andrew Mitchell, British Ambassador to Germany

Dr. Philipp Nimmermann, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection, Germany

Parviz Shahbazov, Energy Minister, Republic of Azerbaijan

Tinne Van der Straeten, Energy Minister, Belgium

Girish Tanti, Vice-Chairman – Suzlon Group / Vice-Chair – GWEC, India

WindEnergy Hamburg 2024

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Wind energy in Europe: Paving the way to energy independence

Wind energy currently covers 20 per cent of Europe’s energy consumption. Governments want this share to rise to 35 per cent by 2030, and to more than 50 per cent by 2050. Philipp Nimmermann, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection, stressed that Germany is spearheading these efforts, having increased the speed of wind energy expansion significantly. “We are seeing record numbers of approvals and contract awards in tender processes, but the industry is capable of even more,” stated Bärbel Heidebroek, CEO of Landwind Group and Chairwoman of the German Wind Energy Association (Bundesverband Windenergie, BWE). Latvia, after constructing LNG storage facilities and building up its renewable energy capacity, is almost fully independent from Russian natural gas today. The country wants to generate all of its power from renewable sources by 2030. To realise this vision, Latvia is planning to install 1.5 to 2 GW of additional wind energy capacity, said the Latvian energy minister Kaspars Melnis. “This minimises our dependence on imported power while allowing us to operate without fossil fuels.”

Tackling challenges: Investments and infrastructure

When expanding wind energy capacity, it is important to keep an eye on the entire energy value chain, said José Luis Blanco, Chairman of WindEurope and CEO of Nordex Group. “It is about energy security, competitiveness, and resilience: bottlenecks like electricity grids and transport infrastructure need to be addressed in acceleration of new wind power deployments.” Udo Bauer, CEO of wind turbine manufacturer Enercon and representative of the industry association VDMA Power Systems, emphasised the importance of fair competition in the market amid growing pressure from non-European market participants: “We need a level playing field that ensures equitable competition in Germany and Europe and punishes price dumping. The industrial policy framework for the onshore wind segment must give us a chance to continue investing in Germany and Europe.”

Global cooperation: Opportunities and synergies

The second discussion panel, which included Girish Tanti, Vice-Chairman of Suzlon Group and Co-Chair of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), drew attention to the international dimension of the energy transition. The experts agreed that the global North, which has been at the front line of the green energy revolution so far, needs the support and capabilities of the global South when it comes to cost-efficient technologies and supply chains that can help realise the full potential of renewable energies.

This means that countries like Azerbaijan must come aboard: The host country of COP29, the next United Nations Climate Conference, looks back on a long fossil fuel history but is now showing openness for change. Needing a total of 10 GW of green energy generation capacity to cover its domestic energy need, decarbonise, and export energy, Azerbaijan wants to integrate an initial 2 GW into its energy system in the coming years. In this context Lee Chuan Teck from Enterprise Singapore underlined the importance of global collaboration: “In the journey towards clean energy, there is scope for more enterprises in Europe and Asia to work together to access each other’s technologies, capabilities and markets.” Leveraging these synergies is a must for a successful fight against climate change.

WindEnergy Hamburg – a global hub

“WindEnergy Hamburg is the main hub for the wind power industry: It brings together all major global stakeholders of the wind industry and fosters close interaction,” said Claus Ulrich Selbach, Business Unit Director Maritime & Technology Fairs at Hamburg Messe und Congress. For four days, innovation, investments and the future of wind energy are in focus at WindEnergy Hamburg, a trade fair that presents unique opportunities to establish new business partnerships and join hands in exploring solutions to the global challenges of the energy transition.

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Dates Announced for TÜREK 2026 Wind Energy Congress

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One of Türkiye’s most important gatherings for the wind energy sector, the Türkiye Wind Energy Congress (TÜREK) 2026, will take place on 12–13 May 2026 in Ankara. Organized by the Turkish Wind Energy Association (TÜREB), the congress is expected to bring together industry representatives, investors, public authorities and technology providers.

The event will be hosted at Sheraton Ankara Hotel & Convention Center. Discussions during the congress are expected to focus on key topics such as wind energy investments, energy transition policies, grid infrastructure, storage technologies and offshore wind developments.

Held annually, the TÜREK Congress has become a key platform for the wind energy industry in Türkiye. Panels and technical sessions provide an opportunity for stakeholders to assess the current state of the sector while discussing future strategies and policy developments.

With Türkiye’s wind power capacity continuing to grow and new investment projects emerging across the country, TÜREK remains an important meeting point for project developers, equipment manufacturers and technology providers seeking collaboration opportunities within the sector.

Wind Energy Magazine among media partners

Wind Energy Magazine, a sector-focused publication covering developments in the Turkish wind industry, is among the media partners of TÜREK 2026. The magazine will continue to share updates and sector insights related to the event with its international readership.

Further information about TÜREK 2026 and the event programme can be found on the official website of the Turkish Wind Energy Association (TÜREB).

https://www.turek.org.tr

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8th İzmir Wind Symposium and Exhibitio

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Izmir has become the Capital of Wind Energy with its Wind Power Plants, Blade and Tower Production Facilities, Engineering, Consultancy, R&D, Installation, Service, Maintenance Companies, Sub-industries, Project Developers, Measurement and Testing Firms, Investors, and Associations and Professional Chambers operating in the field of wind energy.

The 8th IZMIR WIND SYMPOSIUM and EXHIBITION, to be organized by TMMOB Chamber of Electrical Engineers, Chamber of Civil Engineers and Chamber of Mechanical Engineers Izmir Branches at MMO Tepekule Congress and Exhibition Center on 28-29 November 2025, is one of the events with the most intense technical content of the sector. We are excited to come together with the components of the sector in Izmir, the “Capital of Wind Energy”, and organize this important event.

The 8th IZMIR WIND SYMPOSIUM AND EXHIBITION serves as a platform where sector stakeholders come together to discuss the latest developments in the field of wind energy and share future technologies. In addition to technical sessions, it aims to contribute to the collaboration between academia, industry, and society by addressing the latest academic advancements.

Symposium Schedule 

Monday, June 30, 2025

Submission of abstracts to the symposium secretariat

Friday, July 25, 2025

Evaluation of abstracts and notification of results to authors

Friday, August 29, 2025

Submission of full-text papers to the symposium secretariat

Monday, September 29, 2025

Evaluation of full-text papers and notification of results to authors

Abstracts that receive preliminary approval from the Scientific Committee will be evaluated once the full text is submitted and included in the program accordingly.

The required abstract submission form, paper writing guidelines, and sample paper template are available on our website. Once your abstract is accepted, you can send your full-text papers to izmir@ruzgarsempozyumu.org by the specified deadlines.

Exhibition

Companies producing products and services in the wind energy sector will have the opportunity to communicate with sector stakeholders and symposium participants in the exhibition area. To reserve a spot in the exhibition or obtain more information, please contact us at izmir@ruzgarsempozyumu.org or visit www.ruzgarsempozyumu.org.

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IEG: with the new edition of key – the energy transition expo the sustainable future takes shape

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IEG: with the new edition of key - the energy transition expo the sustainable future takes shape

A larger exhibition area with a redesigned event layout to increase business and networking opportunities. Greater international scope with the involvement of an increasing number of buyers, delegations and qualified operators from all over the world. Focus on innovation and the green skills needed to achieve the energy transition. New projects and thematic areas for a complete view of the energy of the future.

These are the credentials with which the new edition of KEY – The Energy Transition Expo, the event organised by IEG (Italian Exhibition Group) on energy transition and efficiency, a reference point in Europe, Africa and the Mediterranean basin, is presenting itself.

The new appointment, scheduled from 5th to 7th March 2025 at Rimini Expo Centre, is set to become the largest ever, breaking its own records starting from the number of exhibiting brands, expected to increase by more than 20%.

KEY’s Technical-Scientific Committee’s schedule of meetings will also be brimming with international events, confirming the event as a unique opportunity for training, information and professional updating, even on topics not previously addressed at the event, such as nuclear power and Artificial Intelligence. They will range from agrivoltaics to Renewable Energy Communities, green residential and industrial redevelopment, electric mobility, hydrogen, the role of local administrations, reflections on energy cost containment, regulatory aspects and new financial opportunities.

KEY 2025 will consolidate its role as a global reference network capable of bringing together all the players involved in the energy transition and favouring meetings, debates and dialogue with the Institutions. The aim it to create a system and contribute to speeding up the decarbonisation process. Moreover, the event also provides a privileged opportunity for companies and professionals that want to rationalise their consumption and reduce the energy and environmental impact of their activities, to learn about possible solutions and the latest technologies available on the market.

The new layout

With over 90,000 m2 of exhibition area, KEY’s new layout includes the very first opening of the West Entrance, an addition to the South and East Entrances. The layout of the halls has also been reorganised, a total of 20 compared to the 16 at the 2024 edition, equally distributed along the East and West wings of the Expo Centre. The seven product sectors – solar and photovoltaic, wind energy, hydrogen, energy storage, energy efficiency, electric mobility and sustainable cities – are all confirmed, flanked by special areas dedicated to transversal projects, networking, innovation and training.

The new arrangement aims to plot a defined exhibition route through the seven, well-defined yet interconnected thematic areas, maximise existing synergies and improve the visitor experience. Furthermore, the variety of sectors represented at KEY will make it possible to create specific routes with personalised in-depth discussions.

The layout’s new features include an enhancement of the hydrogen area and a thematic focus on ports:

HYPE – Hydrogen Power Expo supported by Hydrogen & Fuel Cells: a real trade show organised by Italian Exhibition Group and Hannover Fairs International GmbH (HFI), the Italian branch of Deutsche Messe AG, where the topic of hydrogen and its importance for the energy transition will be explored

Support – Sustainable Ports for Energy Transition: an exhibition focus, to be inaugurated at KEY 2025, dedicated to the electrification of port docks, essential for reducing emissions, promoting sustainability in ports and accelerating the development of off-shore wind power, particularly floating wind farms.

Enhancing green talent and skills

For the first time, KEY will host the Green Jobs & Skill initiative to foster the encounter between labour market supply and demand with the aim of helping to bridge the green skills gap that is still common within companies. The project is a valuable training and career guidance opportunity for students and young workers, but also an opportunity for companies to meet potential candidates and intercept the most promising talents.

The first KEY Call for Papers is addressed to scholars, researchers, professionals and innovators: participants will be able to submit their own abstract on renewable energy and energy transition topics. The selected papers will be published by the new scientific journal QualEnergia Scienze and some of them may also be discussed in the conferences organised during the three-day event.

For more information about registration and participation in the Energy Transformation Fair, you can access it via the QR code below.

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