FairWind, a leader in wind turbine installation and service, has acquired US-based rope access specialist Rope Partner in a deal that will accelerate the company’s growth strategy in the Americas.
Colorado-based Rope Partner is a provider of at-height maintenance, inspection and performance enhancement services. The company specializes in blade repair, turbine cleaning and inspection and warranty verification services that support asset life extension and operational safety. Rope Partner’s WindCorps technicians are the driving force behind the company’s relationships with more than 40 blue chip wind energy asset owners and OEMs.
“The US wind sector has seen rapid growth in recent years, and Rope Partner brings highly specialized expertise in blade repair and at-height services that directly complement our core capabilities. By combining our global experience in turbine installation and service with Rope Partner’s technical strengths, we are in a strong position to scale our presence and further support customers with high-quality solutions across the full lifecycle of assets,” said Stewart Mitchell, FairWind CEO.
“Joining FairWind not only strengthens our position in the North American renewables market but opens up exciting opportunities for growth as part of a world-leading wind energy company. We are looking forward to reaching new markets, bringing greater capability to our clients, and playing a bigger role in the global transition to sustainable energy, all while upholding the excellent safety and quality reputation that both companies have built over the years,” said Eric Stanfield, Rope Partner CEO.
With more than 20 years’ experience, Rope Partner also delivers rope access technician training at its purpose-built facility in Denver, Colorado. All courses are certified by the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians. The company employs 135 people.
The acquisition expands FairWind’s service offering in the Americas, enabling the delivery of integrated installation and maintenance solutions while leveraging Rope Partner’s established local client base, regional expertise, training capabilities, and its specialized technicians.
FairWind has a workforce of more than 2,000 people in more than 40 countries across Europe, North America, South America, Asia, and Oceania. The business provides lifecycle solutions for the installation and maintenance of onshore and offshore wind turbines.
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