Wood Mackenzie, Inc., a leading global data and analytics business empowering the energy transition, has appointed Bernardo Rodriguez as Chief Product & Technology Officer.

Rodriguez has more than 25 years of experience in leading growth initiatives across multiple industries. Most recently, he served as Chief Digital and Technology Officer at J.D. Power, leading a major shift in the company’s strategic direction and innovation agenda. Prior to that, Rodriguez was Managing Director of Strategy at Huge and Accenture, guiding digital transformation for Fortune 100 companies. Rodriguez has also successfully founded and scaled two tech startups.

“Bernardo brings to Wood Mackenzie a proven track record as a technology transformation executive,” said Jason Liu, CEO of Wood Mackenzie. “He has led complex transformations at some of the world’s largest organizations. This is a new role at Wood Mackenzie that reflects our commitment to investing further in our product and technology capabilities. I couldn’t be more excited about how his leadership will accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge AI and continue to deliver world-class solutions for our clients.”

“I’m excited to join Wood Mackenzie as we strengthen investment in product, technology, and AI for the evolving energy sector. Together with our talented teams, we’ll continue to build innovative, data-driven solutions that empower customers to navigate the energy transition and make the connections to drive intelligent decision-making,” said Rodriguez.

More info: www.woodmac.com

Danish renewable energy producer Eurowind Energy has placed a 143 MW order for Frumusita, Vector and Pecineaga Northeast wind parks, located in Romania. The contract includes the supply and installation of 23 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines from the EnVentus platfrom. Vestas will also provide long-term service for the projects through a 20-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement.

“We are proud to partner with Eurowind Energy on this project, and we are grateful for their trust in us. This order demonstrates the strength of our local execution and service expertise, and our ability to deliver the latest wind technology in support of Romania’s energy transition,” said Srdan Cenic, Vestas Mediterranean East general manager.

As Romania accelerates its energy transition through regulatory reforms, upcoming CfDauctions, and grid enhancements, Vestas continues to strengthen its presence in the market. With its Eastern Europe regional headquarters based in Bucharest, Vestas employs over 550 people across Romania, including a highly skilled team of service technicians supporting projects.

Since entering the Romanian market in 2009, Vestas has played a pivotal role in driving wind energy deployment across the country. With over 1.5 GW of installed capacity and under-construction projects, Vestas is the leading OEM in Romania’s wind sector. The company also services more than 1.2 GW, supported by a strong local infrastructure that includes five service hubs and a regional training center

“Romania is a core market for us, and we are happy to take the next step with this order. Frumusita, Vector and Pecineaga Northeast are very important projects for us and we look forward to building on our long-standing relationship with Vestas by realizing the projects together,” said Morten Gaarde, Director for EPC, Eurowind Energy.

Turbine delivery is planned for the second half of 2026, while commissioning is scheduled for the second half of 2027.

More info: www.vestas.com

As supply chain conversations and economic uncertainty continue across the U.S. and beyond, KASK America is stepping up with a more regional and reliable approach. The company has invested in U.S.-based production and logistics to help distributors, partners, and customers across North America – including both the U.S. and Canada – navigate what comes next.

Some of its most popular safety helmet lines – the Primero Series, the Zenith X2 Series and the new Zenith X2 MAX – made specifically for the North American market – are being manufactured in Chicago. This has allowed KASK to shorten delivery times, limit shipping costs, and keep its network better supplied.

“We know our customers and partners are watching every line item right now – and delivery delays and price changes are just not an option,” said Fabio Cardarelli, CEO of KASK America. “Making key helmets here in the U.S. means we can move faster, maintain reliable inventory, and confidently support our customers.”

More info: www.kask-safety.com

Firetrace International and FirePro Systems, two powerhouses in the field of fire suppression technology, today announced a strategic partnership to launch FirePro’s innovative condensed aerosol fire suppression technology in the U.S.

The collaboration will bring together two Halma companies from the U.S. and Cyprus respectively, with more than 55 years of combined fire suppression expertise, and make FirePro solutions available to customers across the manufacturing, industrial and energy segments. It will also further enhance the Firetrace product portfolio, offering innovative, scalable, and environmentally responsible solutions for key applications.

FirePro products are now available through select Firetrace distributors across the U.S. This includes the proprietary FirePro aerosol-forming compound. This non-pressurized, total-flooding aerosol fire suppression technology is already certified, listed and trusted globally in high-risk environments such as electrical rooms, power generation, marine engine compartments, and Battery Energy Storage Systems.

“With FirePro technology in our portfolio, we bring our customers another powerful tool to protect critical infrastructure,” said Tom Crane, President at Firetrace. “Its flexible installation, low maintenance needs, and environmentally responsible agent make it an ideal option for applications where clean agent systems may not be feasible or cost-effective.”

“We’re proud to partner with Firetrace to bring FirePro to the U.S. market,” said AvgoustinosAvgousti, Managing Director at FirePro. “This collaboration combines the deep market knowledge of Firetrace with FirePro’s proven aerosol technology, trusted in over 110 countries. Together, we’re expanding access to efficient, sustainable fire suppression for mission-critical environments across the United States.”

The addition of FirePro enhances Firetrace’s ability to engineer fire suppression systems tailored to each customer’s unique hazard profile. The new solution is particularly well-suited for settings where clean agent solutions are cost-prohibitive or impractical due to space constraints.

More info: www.firetrace.com/firepro

Ocean Winds, an international company dedicated to offshore wind energy and created as a 50-50 joint venture by EDP Renewables and ENGIE, marked the successful installation of the offshore electrical substation for the Dieppe – Le Tréport offshore wind farm (EMDT), project in consortium with Sumitomo Corporation and Banque des Territoires.

The milestone represents a step forward in the offshore construction of the project and an achievement made possible by collaboration between experienced French and European industry leaders. Designed and built by Chantiers de l’Atlantique at its Saint-Nazaire shipyard, the substation highlights the strength of the French offshore wind industrial sector. Its foundation, a steel jacket structure, was supplied by Navantia in Spain, and the installation operation at sea was carried out by DEME with its installation vessel Gulliver.

Once operational, the substation will collect the renewable electricity generated by the wind farm’s 62 turbines and transfer it to shore via the grid connection infrastructure developed by Réseau de Transport d’Électricité (RTE), operator of the French national electricity transmission system. 

“Following the first power of the EMYN project earlier this month and our continued progress on EFGL, the successful installation of the Dieppe – Le Tréport offshore substation is another significant milestone for Ocean Winds, and a further demonstration of the momentum building across France’s offshore wind sector. It also reflects the trust placed in us by the French State to contribute to the country’s energy transition, supported by a robust French and European industrial supply chain,” said Marc Hirt, country manager for Ocean Winds in France.

The complex offshore operation was completed over several days, bringing together expert teams from the project, its contractors, and partners.

“This extremely precise and well-prepared phase ends 24 months of construction of the Dieppe-Le Tréport topside at our Saint-Nazaire site. Through this project, we continue to strengthen Chantiers de l’Atlantique’s position as a key player in marine renewable energy in Europe,” saidFrédéric Grizaud, Director of the Marine Energies Business Unit at Chantiers de l’Atlantique, 

“This milestone is the result of months of rigorous preparation, technical expertise, and close coordination between all those involved. The arrival and installation of the substation not only marks the start of the project’s visible presence at sea but also brings us a step closer to delivering clean, renewable energy to the region,” said Frédéric Flaus, Project Director for Dieppe – Le Tréport.

Once fully operational, the wind farm will generate electricity equivalent to the annual consumption of around 850,000 people, supporting France’s renewable energy ambitions and strengthening Europe’s offshore wind leadership.

More info: www.oceanwinds.com

The Fraunhofer Institute for Wind Energy Systems IWES has put an innovative wind radar system into operation that enables three-dimensional wind field measurements at unprecedented distances and resolution. The so-called Dual Doppler Wind Radar, consisting of two synchronously operating radar units, was set up near the DLR research wind farm WiValdi in the district of Stade in Lower Saxony and has been delivering measurement data for the first time since the beginning of June.

The radar system was developed and built by SmartWind Technologies in Texas. As part of the “Wind farm RADAR” project, which is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, the radar system is being scientifically validated for the first time by the Fraunhofer IWES in collaboration with ForWind — Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg. The aim is to make this fundamentally new technology for wind field measurements usable for the wind industry and to offer it as a service for planners and operators in the long term. The project has the potential to fundamentally revolutionize the understanding of wind flows in and around wind farms. The aim is to establish dual Doppler wind-radar technology as a new measurement technique in view of the increasing demands on electricity generation from renewable sources. It could provide crucial data for site assessment and optimization of wind farms. The radar system could be used both during the planning phase and parallel to the operation of existing wind farms.

The system measures wind conditions over an area of more than 1,000 square kilometers and provides a unique information base for wind-farm operators, investors and planners. It records several million wind measurements every two minutes with a range of 35 kilometers and depths that reach through the rotor sweep upward into the lower atmosphere. This measurement technology therefore has the potential to reduce investment risks and determine the performance curves of all wind turbines in a wind farm simultaneously. Such data sets are also of interest to scientists in order to validate new models for wind field modelling for the industry and to develop methods for optimizing wind farm control.

“With our system, the wind industry can analyze wind fields in greater detail than ever before; this brings us a big step closer to achieving climate targets and an independent energy supply,” said Dr. Jan Diettrich, project manager of the Wind Farm RADAR project at Fraunhofer IWES.

The wind radar system is based on the dual Doppler principle: Two radar stations, each equipped with a four-meter radar dish, emit electromagnetic pulses which reflect off particles in the air. The characteristics of the reflected energy from each radar is then subsequently analyzed and merged to determine the exact wind speed — in three dimensions over the entire area under investigation. Among other things, the data obtained provides insights into load distribution on wind turbines. Furthermore, turbulence and wake effects can be measured and determined, which is of fundamental importance for the installation of turbines in wind farms.

The dual Doppler radar went into operation at the beginning of June 2025 and has been providing measurements on wind direction and turbulence every two minutes. Other instruments also have been installed, such as a Lidar measuring device (wind measurement by laser) and a disdrometer for measuring rain intensity and raindrop size. All data will be used in this research project to verify and validate the radar measurements.

“The dual Doppler wind radar system marks a significant advance in wind energy research,” said Prof. Dr. Martin Kühn from ForWind — University of Oldenburg. “The project enables us to validate the measurement data and use the findings to create new possibilities for optimizing wind farms.”

Once the measurements in Germany have been completed, an offshore measurement campaign is planned in England. In the future, the Fraunhofer IWES will offer corresponding measurement services with the Dual Doppler Radar. This includes not only the provision of the necessary equipment, but also the development and application of strategies and methods for optimal measurement, data analysis, and interpretation, as well as the validation and verification of the results obtained.

More info: www.iwes.fraunhofer.de

Combilift debuted the Combi Load Xtender at Ligna 2025. The pantograph-style load extender is designed to transform how businesses manage truck and container loading, especially in space-restricted environments.

Designed specifically for environments where access is limited or dual-side loading is not feasible, the Combi Load Xtender offers a versatile option for businesses operating in tight logistics zones, congested yards, or facilities with restricted trailer access. It is valuable for operations involving rail wagons or loading bays that offer only single-side access.

The Combi Load Xtender’s ultra-low mechanism height ensures seamless operation beneath standard trailer beds, avoiding any structural interference while maintaining full functionality. Its open-frame pantograph design provides operators with visibility during loading and unloading, allowing for more accurate and safer handling of goods.

Safety is a core focus of the Xtender’s design. By allowing operators to securely position loads against the far, closed side of a trailer, it reduces the risk of products toppling and enhances personnel safety by minimizing exposure to active traffic zones. Its robust construction is built to withstand demanding industrial environments, and Combilift has filed patents for the design in both Europe and the United States.

The introduction of the Combi Load Xtender marks an advancement in logistics technology. It offers a practical, efficient, and safe solution to a long-standing challenge — enabling full-scale, one-side loading in a wide range of real-world scenarios.

Also at Ligna 2025, Combilift debuted the Combi-FSE 8000, an 8-ton electric sideloadercombining performance with zero emissions.

More info: www.combilifit.com

Brüel & Kjær Vibro (B&K Vibro), a worldwide supplier of condition monitoring and protection solutions for industrial machinery, has named Victor Castro as its new CEO.

 Castro, who will be based at B&K Vibro’s headquarters in Darmstadt, Germany, will lead the global organization in growth and operational management.

“B&K Vibro has a proud legacy as pioneers in condition monitoring and machine protection, delivering innovative solutions that optimize asset uptime and performance while safeguarding people, infrastructure, and machinery. With a robust foundation built on integrity, teamwork, and ambition, we are committed to giving every machine a voice, providing actionable insights that boost productivity and support a sustainable society,” said Castro.

Castro joined B&K Vibro in 2023 as CFO, and his promotion to CEO reflects his ongoing achievements in that role. Prior to B&K Vibro, he served more than 20 years as a Managing Director, CFO, and CEO, acquiring a proven track record in leading organizations through sustainable growth, strategic realignment, and digital transformation. Castro has an extensive background in financial services, IT, R&D, and digital platforms, having worked with software solution and digital health providers. As an experienced change manager, Castro has successfully spearheaded company reorganizations, expanded product portfolios, and optimized processes to drive profitability and innovation. 

“B&K Vibro will invest in future product development driven by customer feedback and market intelligence. We aim to develop a service-oriented ecosystem for machine protection and condition monitoring, leveraging state-of-the-art technology. Additionally, we are committed to strengthening our collaboration with the NSK Group in product lifecycle management, capitalizing on our shared strengths to deliver comprehensive turnkey solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers,” said Castro.

More info: www.bkvibro.com

Geoquip Marine, a provider of geotechnical services to the global offshore energy sector, has completed a preliminary geotechnical site investigation for two 4GW offshore wind projects. The investigation will support the developer in advancing the next phase of design for both project sites, located in the German sector of the North Sea.

Under the contract, Geoquip drilled 28 boreholes across the project sites to analyze the subsea terrain for turbine foundations. It underwent thorough soil sampling and seismic site monitoring to inform the engineering parameters for both projects in depths of 40m. By deploying the Dina Polaris vessel, equipped with geotechnical drilling, sampling and testing equipment along with an offshore laboratory, Geoquip provided seabed data, identifying challenging site conditions safely and efficiently.

Germany has set ambitious offshore wind capacity targets of at least 30GW to be installed by 2030, and these projects will be vital in supporting the country in reaching its goal. The potential renewable power from both projects aims to integrate low-carbon, hydrogen, and biofuel production, supporting wider industry decarbonization in Germany.

Due to its stringent processes around safety, transparency in reporting and rapid response, the developer presented Geoquip with its safety award for its work on the project.

“Receiving this safety award is a testament to our commitment to delivering reliable data with safety at the heart of everything we do. It reflects the precision and transparency we bring to every stage of our work, especially as we identify and mitigate complex site and seabed conditions to support the safe development of critical wind projects. Safety and reliability aren’t just priorities for us, they’re the foundation of our approach, and we remain focused on setting the standard across the industry,” said Fatih Topal, Geoquip Marine project manager.

More info: www.geoquip-marine.com/

Aikido Technologies, a floating offshore wind technology provider, has signed an agreement with Marin Energy Test Centre (METCentre) in Haugesund, Norway, to deploy a 15MW demo project, called AO60. Once installed in 2027, the platform will be one of the largest floating wind platforms constructed and deployed to date.

The METCentre has a long history of supporting floating wind projects, including the world’s first floating wind turbine, deployed by Equinor (then Statoil) in 2009. The AO60 project will showcase how the Aikido Platform technology can lower costs while engaging with local Norwegian supply chain partners to assist in the assembly and deployment of the platform. Due to its compact flat-pack configuration, Aikido’s technology can leverage existing maritime infrastructure, ports and vessels already in use in Norway. 

“We are proud to announce our partnership with the METCentre. As evidenced by the recent Utsira Nord actions, Norway is a key floating wind market.  This project will show how Aikido can leverage existing infrastructure and vessels to reduce risks and accelerate the deployment of floating wind in Norway and around the world,” said Sam Kanner, Aikido CEO.

“This project offers valuable industry experience and supports the development of a full-scale, innovative and cost-effective solution. We are very excited to welcome Aikido to our site in Norway and connect them with Norway’s strong floating offshore wind supply chain,” said Cecilia Girard-Vika, METCentre Director.  

The Aikido Platform consists of thirteen modular steel components, including columns and trusses, that can be fabricated at existing offshore wind or steel fabrication sites. For the AO60 project, the components will be transported to a final assembly site near the test center, where the platform can be completed in a matter of days, not months, like traditional construction techniques. The Aikido Platform uses pin joints to complete the assembly of the platform without any major welding or painting work. The pin joints act as hinges and allow the platform to be folded during assembly, taking up just one-third of the space of traditional designs. Once deployed in the water, the platform is able to unfold during a simple ballasting procedure.

More info: www.aikidotechnologies.com

The American Clean Power Association released its State of Clean Energy Manufacturing in America report, showing a sustainable ripple effect across states and economic sectors. The clean power manufacturing sector contributes $18 billion to U.S. GDP annually, spurs $33 billion in domestic spending annually, and supports 122,000 American jobs across the country.

If all announced manufacturing facilities become operational, clean power manufacturing is projected to support over 575,000 jobs and contribute $86 billion annually to GDP by 2030.

“Surging clean energy deployment is creating new manufacturing facilities across the country. This success will create hundreds of thousands of jobs and revitalize American communities if policy leaders place economic progress over partisan division,” said Jason Grumet, CEO of ACP.

“Today’s report shows that the manufacturing activities across the clean energy sector drive a ripple effect of economic growth that extends far beyond factory walls, reaching every corner of the country. Reshoring this critical supply chain requires a shared commitment by both industry and policymakers to prioritize domestic economic growth and global competitiveness.”

The report illustrates how the industry has laid the groundwork for a secure domestic supply chain, revitalizing manufacturing communities and driving American competition on the global stage.

More than 800 manufacturing plants contribute to the U.S. clean energy supply chain, with at least one in every state. Two hundred existing manufacturing facilities are actively building primary clean power components across 38 states to supply the booming demand for new energy in America.

New data highlights how clean power manufacturing is creating generational opportunities at the local level, providing opportunities across skillsets, industries, and generating wages well above the national average.

Clean energy manufacturing is booming in regions across the country, such as the Southeast, Midwest, and in states like Texas. The clean energy manufacturing workforce made on average $42,000 more than the average worker in the U.S. economy in 2024.

These manufacturing jobs also generate additional employment across the economy: Upstream supply chain jobs paid an average of $75,000, while downstream jobs supported by household spending—such as those in retail, food service, and hospitality—averaged about $52,000.

The report said that America’s power needs are growing fast—projected to rise 35–50% by 2040—as data centers expand, domestic manufacturing rebounds, and transportation and buildings electrify.

More info: cleanpower.org/resources/america-builds-power/

InterBolt™ has incorporated a new feature into its intelligent bolting system. The U.K.-based manufacturer is first to market with a solution that offers dynamic load monitoring to quantify cyclic loading of bolted connections.

This feature enables engineers to measure bolt load up at up to 250Hz while the asset is operational. The InterBolt sensors autonomously measure the bolt load at high frequency, then transmit wirelessly to the InterBolt Cloud where it is stored, analyzed, and visualized. This means engineers can remotely monitor cyclic loading of bolted connections from anywhere with an internet connection.

InterBolt typically provides bolt load measurements every hour or day. With its dynamic load monitoring feature, it is now possible to capture critical bolt load data in much shorter intervals, as low as 4 milliseconds. Through a sophisticated burst sampling regime, InterBolt can still achieve its impressive 12- to 15-year battery life with dynamic load monitoring enabled.

“Our dynamic load monitoring feature is a real game changer; 80 percent of bolting failures are due to fatigue but engineers currently have no way of measuring cyclic loading and identifying when fatigue failures are likely to occur,” said InterBolt CTO Jack Hughleigh. “Now, with InterBolt, cyclic loading can be quantified for the first time. This will significantly accelerate design validation and be an important tool for bolt failure investigations.”

The InterBolt system provides real-time bolt load measurements via a miniature bolt load sensor embedded directly into the bolt or threaded stud itself. The technology provides onsite bolt load measurements to ensure bolts are tightened accurately as well as remote bolt load monitoring to eliminate the need for manual periodic inspection. The system features long–range wireless communications (up to 1 kilometer), LED indicators, and a 12- to 15–year battery life. The technology is already widely used across the European and North American wind, rail, and mining industries.

More info: www.interbolt.co.uk

Daughter craft can meet growing demand for offshore wind vessels in challenging environments across Europe and APAC, according to a report from Chartwell Marine.

As the offshore wind industry scales to meet ambitious capacity targets, there is a growing demand for vessels that can operate effectively in environments far from shore, Chartwell Marine’s report said.

“To complement CTVs and SOVs and help meet growing vessel demand, the offshore wind industry urgently needs an innovative solution. For too long, we’ve taken a bigger-is-better approach to vessel procurement, but it’s time for us to ‘scale down to scale up,” said Andy Page, Chartwell’s founder and managing director.

By integrating the core strengths of CTVs into a smaller, more adaptable vessel, Chartwell argues next-generation daughter craft will create significant efficiencies for offshore wind vessel operations across the following areas:  

Transporting crews quickly, comfortable and safely around offshore wind farms from SOV motherships anchored on site – eliminating the conventional 2-hour CTV roundtrip to and from shore.

Maximizing the reach of an on-site SOV, by enabling technicians to simultaneously service multiple wind turbines, cutting overall deployment times substantially.

Providing a designated safe refuge or emergency rescue option in situations where the SOV is required to operate beyond a 2-hour safe recovery range.

Acting as a temporary nearshore CTV, taking on less demanding logistical charters for wind farms located closer to shore.

“Working with Chartwell Marine to create the ultimate offshore wind daughter craft has been an absolute pleasure,” said Andrew Duncan, North Star renewables and innovations director.

Daughter craft, on average, can be built for around 25% of the cost of a typical CTV and take 6-8 months to build – half the time of a traditional CTV.  Furthermore, they can be built efficiently by local boatyards using standardized construction kits and off-the-shelf components – helping to satisfy local content requirements in APAC and other markets. 

More info: www.chartwellmarine.com

North Star, a service operation vessel operator in Europe’s offshore wind sector, has become the first organization to have ships achieve Lloyd’s Register’s Cyber Resilience classification, in line with mandatory International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) standards implemented for all newbuilds beginning July 2024.

North Star’s new commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs), the Grampian Kestrel and Grampian Eagle, gain stronger ability to withstand cyberattacks, continue operating under threat, and recover quickly from incidents, ensuring the protection of personnel and onboard systems, while maintaining critical offshore operations.

These CSOVs are the first in the world to be formally approved by Lloyd’s Register to the LR Rules implementing IACS standards UR E26 (‘Cyber Resilience of Ships’) and UR E27 (‘Cyber Resilience of Onboard Systems and Equipment’).

They represent North Star’s first CSOV additions to its growing renewables fleet in its ambition to add 40 SOVs by 2040.“Being the first to certify our newbuilds under these new IACS standards demonstrates our commitment to safe, smart, and sustainable offshore operations. Working in partnership with VARD and Lloyd’s Register has been instrumental to this process, and I’m very proud of North Star’s IT and special projects team’s drive to advance our CSOVs’ cyber resilience, positioning us ahead of the curve as the sector evolves. We’re ready to support the next phase of Europe’s offshore wind growth, and we’re doing it with trust, security, and future-proof thinking built in from the keel up,” said Gard Talmo, North Star CEO.

“Cyber resilience is no longer optional, it’s essential. That’s why our newbuilds are equipped to withstand, recover from, and adapt to cyber incidents,” said James Bradford, North Star chief technology officer.

More info: www.northstarshipping.co.uk/

Clearway Energy Group and Clearway Energy, Inc. has completed its acquisition of the Tuolumne Wind Project in Klickitat County, Wash. The 137 MW wind farm has a strong operating history and generates enough reliable electricity to power over 44,000 homes every year.

“We are thrilled to expand our investment in Washington state and provide reliable, low-cost power to homes and businesses on the West Coast,” said John Woody, Senior Vice President of Development at Clearway. “We look forward to our long-term partnership with the Turlock Irrigation District through this project.”

As a result of this acquisition, Clearway will contribute $1.3 million in annual sales and property taxes to Klickitat County to support local schools, hospitals, and other public services.

Located along the Columbia River, the project site has been recognized as one of the most productive wind resource areas in the western U.S. The project will sell power under an amended agreement with Turlock Irrigation District, with an initial 15-year contract term and the option for a future repowering, potentially extending the project’s lifespan by upgrading turbine components. 

This acquisition represents a $60 million investment in Washington, where Clearway’s existing footprint includes the 160 MW Rattlesnake Flat wind farm in Adams County.

Clearway Energy, Inc.’s portfolio comprises around 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.8 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services.

More info: www.clearwayenergygroup.com

American Wire Group has appointed Neal Hamer as the company’s Director of Engineering – Power Equipment.

Hamer will be responsible for driving AWG’s technical strategy and expanding the in-house engineering capabilities to support the growing power equipment segment. His role includes conducting a thorough assessment of AWG’s current technical landscape across transformers, switchgear, and substation solutions, while aligning supplier specifications with industry standards such as IEEE, ANSI, NERC, and UL.

Hamer will be part of the development and scaling of the engineering team—including field, applications, and project engineers—to support sales, project execution, and customer needs.

Mr. Hamer has spent the last decade at Invenergy, where he most recently served as their Electrical Engineering Director. In that role, he led a large team supporting the development and commissioning of renewable energy projects. He brings deep expertise in emergency fault troubleshooting, preventative maintenance for high-voltage equipment, and generation control systems.

“We are excited to welcome Neal to our team as Director of Engineering for all power equipment,” said Norman Russell, Chief Revenue Officer at AWG. “At AWG, we’re constantly thinking about the future of the organization and how to better align ourselves with our customers’ needs—both in terms of scale and the types of solutions we deliver.

With Neal joining our team, AWG has strengthened its position as a single source solution and industry leader for all wire, cable, hardware, equipment and accessories—making it easier and more efficient for our customers to execute projects efficiently and confidently.”

More info: www.buyawg.com

Crane Service Inc. purchased an LG 1800-1.0 lattice boom crane at Bauma 2025, the construction trade show. This purchase further strengthens the partnership between the two companies and expands the capabilities of Crane Service Inc. for its customers.

Crane Service Inc. has served as a leader in the crane industry since 1960 and operates in 35 states spanning the contiguous United States. With a fleet including more than 15 different models of Liebherr cranes, Crane Service Inc. provides full service heavy lift and rigging solutions across a range of applications. This machine will be the third LG 1800-1.0 in its fleet and is set to work on wind farm sites assisting with maintenance and construction of wind turbines across the nation.

Liebherr lattice boom cranes have been enhanced for use in the wind industry with a large selection of boom configurations allowing for use on the latest generation of wind turbines. This, paired with the all-terrain chassis built into all Liebherr LG cranes, gives operators maneuverability on site as well as an ideal configuration.

The LG 1800-1.0 also comes equipped with WindSpeed load charts, increasing safety and allowing operators to perform lifts in conditions with higher wind speeds with peace of mind.

More info: www.craneserviceinc.com | www.liebherr.com

The VIKING YouSafe™ Cyclone suit joins a growing portfolio of VIKING PPE whose fit and features reflect the safety needs of female seafarers, pilots, and technicians in the marine and offshore industries.

The most recent U.K. Government Industrial Strategy Offshore Wind Sector Deal study included a “minimum target” for one third of the industry’s workforce to be by 2030. In U.K. waters, and elsewhere, getting the right PPE in place to best serve the safety needs of women offshore has become a focus for equity and inclusivity strategy at Ørsted, Siemens, and Vestas.

“As a young industry, offshore wind offers a huge opportunity to change attitudes in the workplace, and to encourage the diversity, equity, and inclusion women are entitled to expect,” said Lasse Hansen, Senior HSE Manager, PPE and TMSE, Ørsted. “Ørsted has identified female-specific PPE as part of the critical infrastructure we need for women to work safely offshore today and a necessity to attract more of them into this industry. We were delighted to work with VIKING as one of our key safety solution providers to take a significant step in the right direction.”

Delivered in high-vis GORE-TEX® NARVIK™, the female-fit YouSafe™ Cyclone suit is approved to the same dual SOLAS/MED and CE/ISO standard as the male version and is available in multiple sizes. Common features include compatibility with all standard offshore harnesses, durable Neoprene cuffs and neck seal, retro-reflective piping for increased visibility in dark surroundings, and a maintenance free zipper.

However, ratios and cut are redesigned for shorter torsos and different hip and chest proportions and for a range of smaller sizes that avoid the risk of snagging in fixtures and fittings. The sleek-looking design also offers a high level of comfort and enhances the safety of women when stepping or jumping to/off the platform, climbing the tower, or moving around the nacelle. In addition, the suit includes integral braces, which hold suit pants for free leg movement when climbing and allow the wearer to doff its top part to move around freely.

Poul Parning, Senior EQS PPE Specialist, Siemens Gamesa said the Cyclone suit was a welcome contribution to its efforts to attract more women to offshore wind, ensuring that outdated practices did not frustrate career progress.

“There has been an intense focus on PPE as a diversity, equity, and inclusion issue at Siemens Gamesa for the last two years; we have already adopted a new safety harness for women. The Cyclone CTV suit supports corporate goals,” he said.

“At Vestas, we believe that diversity and inclusion go hand-in-hand with innovation, and that everyone must feel safe, valued, and that their voice is heard,” said Peter Armstrong-Cribb, Vestas Wind Systems, HSE Manager. “The right PPE puts these beliefs into practice.”

VIKING built on its internal design work by interviewing women working offshore in the wind industry to develop the new suit before trialing prototypes at a test day with Ørsted, Siemens, and Vestas in Liverpool, U.K. earlier this year. After further tests offshore and customer feedback, the YouSafe™ Cyclone was launched in October.

“Bringing Cyclone to market has been a joy because we have worked with customers whose competitive position did not stand in the way of our common goal to deliver a safety necessity and level the playing field for women working offshore,” said Bettina Kjærgaard, Global Sales Manager Offshore Wind, VIKING Life-Saving Equipment. “Their response in spreading the word has also been phenomenal.”

More info: www.VIKING-life.com

WindEurope’s Board of Directors has elected Henrik Andersen, Group President and CEO of Vestas, as the association’s new chair for an 18-month term. WindEurope is the industry association representing more than 600 companies and 300,000 jobs from across the whole value chain of wind energy in Europe.

Henrik Andersen’s term as Chair for WindEurope comes at a time for the wind industry when Europe is accelerating its energy transformation and seeking to strengthen its industrial competitiveness. During the term it is expected that several important regulatory packages will be finalized, passed and implemented on a national level.

“We are in a defining moment for Europe’s future. We need an industry and an energy source that can deliver home-grown, secure and affordable energy, while strengthening Europe’s competitiveness. Wind energy can contribute to all of this, and now is the time for Europe to bolster its wind industry. The European Commission and member states have set high targets, but this momentum must translate ambition into implementation. I am honored to serve as Chair of WindEurope in this crucial time for Europe and for wind energy. I extend my thanks to the WindEurope members for trusting in me as your chair for the coming eighteen months,” said Andersen.

As chair, Andersen has three key priorities to ensure a strong and independent European wind industry:

Drive European competitiveness: Wind is central to competing in Europe and is the right tool to deliver energy independence, affordability and security.

Accelerate electrification: The business case for electrification must improve, and directional policies (such as the Clean Industrial Deal) must be translated into implementation.

Strengthen wind’s market environment: Permitting efficiencies, economically viable wind projects and improved grid infrastructure are critical.

The WindEurope Board also elected Rasmus Errboe, Ørsted’s group president and CEO, as its new vice-chair.

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Vestas has secured a 495 MW order from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) for the Fengmiao I offshore wind project off the coast of Taichung, Taiwan.

The order includes 33 V236-15.0 MW turbines as well as a long-term comprehensive service agreement designed to ensure performance of the assets. This order marks Vestas’ first firm order for its industry-leading V236-15.0 MW turbine in Taiwan.

“We are honored to deepen our partnership with CIP on the Fengmiao I project, our inaugural venture in Taiwan featuring the V236-15.0 MW turbine. This project marks the start of construction for Taiwan’s first Round 3 offshore wind project and reinforces our commitment to delivering innovative clean energy solutions and supporting Taiwan’s ambitious renewable energy goals. By leveraging our world-class technology and operational expertise, we aim to contribute significantly to the region’s sustainable energy infrastructure and drive the growth of offshore wind energy in Asia Pacific,” said Purvin Patel, President of Vestas Asia Pacific.

“We are proud to collaborate with Vestas for the third time in Taiwan, and even more so to be the first to deploy their cutting-edge V236-15.0 MW turbine,” said Mark Wainwright, Fengmiao I Project CEO. “This milestone reflects our ambition to lead with innovation and set new benchmarks in performance, reliability, and sustainability. We are confident that, together, we will deliver the Fengmiao I project on schedule, safely, and to the highest standards. We look forward to playing a key role in supporting Taiwan’s energy transition and long-term renewable energy goals.”

The construction of the Fengmiao I offshore wind farm is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2027.

Vestas’ flagship offshore wind turbine, the V236-15.0 MW is built on proven technology and received its type certification in 2023. Since its launch, Vestas has secured more than 7 GW of firm orders, proving the turbine variant’s competitiveness across offshore markets.

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