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WindEnergy Hamburg: First Product Launches and Contracts Reported

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8 years ago

27 September 2018

Hamburg, 26 September 2018 – A number of product launches and business transactions have been reported from WindEnergy Hamburg during the first two days of the world’s leading wind industry expo. The biggest gathering of the global wind industry is always a platform for showcasing visions, products, services and business, said Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency in Hamburg, summarising the direction the expo is taking. His personal vision: Continued growth of the industry so it will be Europe’s leading energy provider by 2027. Until Friday, more than 1,400 exhibitors from 40 countries are presenting the entire portfolio of the wind industry on land and at sea at the Hamburg Messe site. Taking place in parallel, the global WindEurope conference offers a high-profile programme where more than 250 expert speakers cover current and future topics related to wind energy. Both top-ranking events jointly form the Global Wind Summit in Hamburg.

Timed perfectly for the world’s leading wind industry expo, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) celebrated the topping-out ceremony for its electrothermal energy storage facility (ETES) in Hamburg-Altenwerder. With this innovative storage system, Siemens Gamesa offers a solution for one of the core challenges of the energy transition: enhancing flexibility for both, the supply and demand sides of the renewable energy market. With a capacity of 30 megawatt hours (MWh), the system boasts maximum scalability and low investment costs. What is more, the company said it has received a contract to build eight new wind farms off Spain during the first two quarters of 2019. At the VDMA Morning Briefing, Andreas Nauen, CEO Offshore at Siemens Gamesa, also announced the introduction of several logistics and technology innovations enabling further cost reductions in the offshore wind segment.

Right on the first day of the trade fair, MHI Vestas presented plans to build a 10 MW version of its V164 offshore wind turbine. The unit is expected to be ready for deployment at sea from 2021. It will also be suitable for installation as a ‘floating wind turbine’. This means MHI Vestas will be the first manufacturer to market a commercial wind turbine in the 10 megawatt class. The V164 will feature a Beefier gearbox, some minor mechanical upgrades and an improved air flow design.

GE Renewable Energy introduced a new 5.3 MW onshore wind turbine model with a two-piece blade design as part of a new platform with improved logistics and site functions just in time for WindEnergy Hamburg. The 5.3-158 is the latest addition to the Cypress platform, which builds on GE’s 2 MW and 3 MW fleets and utilizes the 4.8-158 turbine architecture. According to GE, it offers up to a 50% increase in annual energy production (AEP) compared to the 3 MW platform and enables “significant” AEP improvements, higher service efficiency and better transport and site potential. A prototype of the 5.3-158 machine is currently being manufactured in Salzbergen and is scheduled to go into operation by the end of 2018.

Envision presented a novelty called EnScope, a software tool for smart site analyses based on open data: The product is capable of evaluating information from Copernicus, Open Street Map as well as national data sources. It can be used to select sites for wind farms or for infrastructure planning across countries and larger regions. For example, by entering restrictions for specific site, such as noise limits, minimum distance from neighbouring installations or buildings, “Natura 2000” areas and slope of the terrain, the tool reveals how land-based wind turbines installed across Europe could meet the energy needs of the entire world.

The new ZF Wind Power modular platform design is named SHIFT 6k and was presented by a birthday party. It helps businesses to realise cost-effective turbines. Thanks to modularity of the sys, the initial development costs are lower in comparison to a dedicated gearbox design. As stated by ZF, the shift 6K delivers a higher performance, more flexibility, and more availability. SHIFT 6k’ is suitable for powering new generation turbines from 4.5MW up to 7MW and rotor diameters of up to 180 meters.

Another industry novelty was introduced by Miros Group, a provider of ocean surface measurement data. The company supplies dry sea state measurements as a cloud-based service. Customers can obtain flexible access to real-time sea state information without having to invest in data capturing and transmission infrastructure themselves. “The availability of sea state information through the cloud was a big accomplishment, but we believe that providing this information as a pure service will be just as important for our clients,” said Andreas Brekke, CEO of Miros Group.

A number of other exhibitors likewise presented impressive product novelties at the fair.

Contract signings show the industry’s impetus

Apart from announcements of innovative technology and product novelties, a number of business deals have been sealed at WindEnergy Hamburg. For example, the Finnish company Pemamek announced a major contract from the Portuguese renewable energy specialist ASM Industries (ASMI) for the delivery of manufacturing lines for heavy offshore-type pipe structures. This investment will enable ASMI to execute its plan to build a new industrial production unit for offshore structures at the port of Aveiro. The new production facility is worth €29 million.

Vattenfall and Nordex Group signed a supply agreement for an expansion of the “Wieringermeer” wind farm. The expansion will comprise 32 units of the N117/3600 model. Just one year ago, the energy company had ordered 50 wind turbines of the same series for this project. Construction preparations are underway. The expansion contract not only includes the supply and installation of the wind turbines but also a turbine maintenance agreement with a minimum two-year term. “We are now in the process of building nearly 300 MW for Vattenfall. The new contract sends an important signal, highlighting a mutual trust between our teams that has grown substantially over the past months,” said Patxi Landa, Chief Sales Officer at Nordex SE.

The Norwegian utility company Statkraft announced plans to invest Nkr 10 billion (€1 billion) annually from 2019 until 2025 in the expansion of its renewable energies portfolio. The company plans to install six gigawatts of wind power and two gigawatts of photovoltaics. 26per cent of this investment sum will go to Norway, with an annual Nkr 1.2 billion earmarked for upgrading the country’s hydroelectric power plants. According to the company, the largest portion of its investment, 42per cent of the total amount, will remain in Europe; the remainder will go to other markets such as India and South America.

Io360, a Scottish start-up, has developed a leading-edge 360-degree display called Io which generates video objects and 3D models that appear to be floating in space. The display exceeds the capabilities of virtual reality headsets such as Oculus Rift, Magic Leap’s specialised goggles or even the augmented-reality handheld system by Apple. People can enjoy it together and discuss the content, walking around the displayed object and interacting with it from any angle. At WindEnergy Hamburg, Io360 is presenting applications created for some of the globally-leading Scottish shipping companies, including 360-degree, 3-D animations capable of simulating dynamic underwater currents.

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Dates Announced for TÜREK 2026 Wind Energy Congress

Published

3 months ago

11 March 2026

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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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1 year ago

26 February 2025

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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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2 years ago

31 October 2024

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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.