270 MW wind project announced in the U.S.
Vestas has received a 270 MW order to power an undisclosed wind project in the USA. The order consists of 60 V163-4.5 MW turbines, Vestas’ newest high-capacity factor turbine and the project has been developed by Steelhead Americas, Vestas’ North American development arm.
The order includes supply, delivery, and commissioning of the turbines, as well as a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, designed to ensure optimised performance of the asset.
Steelhead Americas led all development efforts including permitting, land acquisition, and construction design to deliver the customer a project that is ready for construction and installation.
With a growing track record of opening new markets, including Mississippi and Arkansas, Steelhead is one of the few wind-focused traditional flip renewable energy developers remaining in the U.S that develop projects in-house from greenfield stage up to shovel ready. To date, Steelhead has delivered almost 4 GW of renewable energy projects in North America with over 5 GW in the pipeline, significantly contributing to Vestas global development track record of 28 GW project pipeline and 7 GW of firm order intake from development activities.
While work progresses on a major U.S. wind project, Vestas reports updates from its European operations.
277 MW wind portfolio sold in Italy
Vestas has sold a 277 MW wind portfolio in Italy. This transaction demonstrates Vestas Development's ability to continue delivering viable, high-quality wind projects in Italy, one of its strategic markets in Europe.
The projects included in this portfolio have been developed by Vestas and are designed for Vestas’ technology.
"This sale showcases Vestas’ ability to continue originating and developing a high-quality pipeline in Italy, which is key to accelerate the energy transition and bring local benefits to communities in the country”,
says Senior Director Vestas Head of MED Development, Leopoldo Versace.
The projects included in the portfolio and the customer are undisclosed.
Vestas Development holds around 28 GW of wind capacity in its pipeline and Vestas has obtained 7 GW of firm projects from development activities. By developing new renewable energy assets, Vestas contributes to accelerate the clean energy transition while bringing significant benefits to local communities, through green job creation and economic development.
Moving from onshore developments in Italy, offshore wind projects are advancing in Japan.
Vestas wins 315 MW offshore order in Japan
Vestas has received a 315 MW order for the Oga Katagami Akita Offshore Wind Project in Akita Prefecture, Japan. The project is being developed by Oga Katagami Akita Offshore Green Energy LLC., a consortium consisting of JERA Co., Inc., Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (J-POWER), Tohoku Electric Power Co., Inc. (Tohoku EPCO), and ITOCHU Corp.
The order includes 21 V236-15.0 MW turbines as well as a long-term service agreement designed to ensure optimised performance of the assets.
This marks Vestas’ first firm order for its industry-leading V236-15.0 MW turbine in the Asia Pacific region, as well as our first firm order for a project to be developed under the Japanese government's offshore wind auctions based on the Renewable Energy Sea Area Utilization Act.
Vestas’ flagship offshore wind turbine, the V236-15.0 MW is built on proven, world-class technology and received its type certification last year, ensuring safety and quality. Since its launch, Vestas has secured more than 6 GW of firm orders globally, proving the turbine variant’s competitiveness across offshore markets.
The project site is located off the coast of Oga city, Katagami city, and Akita city in Akita prefecture. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2026, while commissioning is planned in 2027. The wind farm is scheduled to begin operations in June 2028.
Repowering older installations remains a key strategy, as seen in Spain’s ongoing wind energy projects.
99 MW repowering order from Iberdrola in Spain
Iberdrola has placed a 99 MW order of for the repowering of the Molar de Molinar and Isabela wind parks, located in Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The contracts include the supply and installation of 11 V150-4.5 MW wind turbines and 11 V136-4.5 MW wind turbines respectively, as well as a 10-year Active Output Management (AOM 4000) service agreement.
The 22 new wind turbines will replace 139 legacy models currently powering the sites, increasing their energy output by around 30 percent.
With over 9.9 GW of wind turbines turning 20 years old or more in 2025, Spain’s repowering market is expected to become a driving force of its energy transition in the coming years. Replacing legacy turbines with current technology also allows to considerably increase the onshore wind capacity with fewer turbines, reducing the environmental impact and the use of ground at the site.
Once operational, both wind parks combined will now prevent 53,000 tonnes of CO2 from being emitted into the atmosphere per year. The project’s CO2 footprint will also benefit from Vestas’ strong presence in Spain. The company currently manufactures onshore blades in its factory in Daimiel by Ciudad Real. The wind turbine towers will also be manufactured locally.
In Northern Europe, Sweden continues its renewable energy efforts with plans for new wind capacity.
224 MW of new wind capacity planned for Sweden
Vestas has received a 224 MW order from Vinliden Vindkraft AB for the 70 MW Vinliden and 154 MW Fjällberg projects in Sweden. The projects are a joint venture of funds managed by Prime Capital AG and Polhem Infra, a leading renewables and infrastructure investor in the Nordics.
Sweden is a leader in onshore wind energy with one of Europe’s highest penetrations of renewable energy in the grid. The two projects are located in the county of Västerbotten in Northern Sweden in a region where the renewable energy industry has been active for decades and where several new companies find the area suitable for new energy projects.
The order includes supply, delivery, and commissioning of 35 V162-6.4 MW wind turbines with 24 units for Fjällberg and 11 units for Vinliden, all equipped with Vestas Anti-icing Solution. Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under a long-term Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement designed to ensure optimised performance of the assets with the support of local service technicians for decades to come.
Meanwhile, in the UK, a new turbine model will be deployed as part of a wind energy project in Scotland.
217 MW onshore order in the UK
Vestas has secured a 217 MW order from SSE Generation Limited for the Strathy South wind energy project in Scotland, UK. Vestas will deliver 35 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines, and the order includes supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of the turbines. This order marks the first deployment of V162-6.2 MW turbines in the UK.
Upon completion, Vestas will service the turbines under a 20-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement designed to ensure optimised performance of the assets.
Turbine delivery is expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026 with the project expected to be operational in third quarter 2027.
Source: Vestas
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