Vestas and LM Wind Power are pleased to announce a deal that will see LM Wind Power's blade factory in Goleniów near Szczecin, Poland, become part of Vestas' growing European manufacturing setup for an undisclosed amount paid by Vestas to LM Wind Power. The factory produces blades for Vestas' onshore wind solutions and will continue to play a key role in meeting Poland's and the rest of Europe's growing energy needs.
Vestas Chief Technology and Operations Officer, Anders Nielsen says: "Europe needs secure, affordable and sustainable energy more than ever, and we're pleased to expand our European manufacturing footprint to support wind energy's growing role in Europe's energy system. I want to thank LM Wind Power for their support and collaboration through the years, and we're very pleased that our respective strategic priorities have made it possible for the factory to continue operating and be part of Vestas' continued growth in Europe."
LM Wind Power CEO, Hanif Mashal says: "This proposed transaction is a strategic move for LM Wind Power and GE Vernova. This transaction would enable us to simplify our business and reinvest capital into our core European Union (EU) manufacturing facilities producing GE Vernova wind products to better serve our loyal customer base in the EU. We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with Vestas on the proposed transfer of this factory, previously dedicated to their projects, directly to their ownership to continue fulfilling their needs. We will work closely with Vestas on a smooth completion of the transaction."
The factory was established in 2009, expanded in 2017 and will continue to deliver blades for Vestas' onshore wind solutions, including the V172-7.2 MW turbine. The transaction is subject to the required regulatory approval.
About LM Wind Power
GE Vernova's LM Wind Power business is an industry-leading developer and manufacturer of high-quality rotor blades for onshore and offshore wind turbines with blade services solutions and a global manufacturing footprint.
About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service onshore and offshore wind turbines across the globe, and with more than 190 GW of wind turbines in 88 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our industry-leading smart data capabilities and unparalleled more than 157 GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solutions. Together with our customers, Vestas' more than 35,000 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future.
