Velinga Wind Project : Vestas secures turbine order from Vattenfall Vindkraft
Vestas has announced a firm order received from Vattenfall Vindkraft AB, a part of the Vattenfall AB group, to supply wind turbines for the 67 MW Velinga wind project in Sweden. This partnership underscores a significant stride in expanding clean energy production in the region.
Project Specifications and Turbine Technology
The order for the Velinga wind project comprises twelve V150-6.0 MW wind turbines, which will be operated in a 5.6 MW mode. Vestas is responsible for the supply, delivery, and commissioning of these state-of-the-art turbines. Additionally, Vestas will ensure optimized performance through a long-term Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement.
Collaboration for Clean Energy
Anna Schlasberg Wachtmeister, Vice President NCE Sales North and West at Vestas, expressed satisfaction with the collaboration between Vestas and Vattenfall. “We are grateful for the partnership we have with Vattenfall, and now we look forward to delivering the turbines so they can start producing fossil-free electricity,” she stated.
Vestas to power Sweden’s Velinga wind project with advanced wind turbines
Velinga Wind Project Location and Timeline
The Velinga wind project is situated in Tidaholm municipality in Västra Götaland County, Sweden. Turbine delivery is slated to begin in the second quarter of 2025, with the commissioning of the project expected to be completed in the latter half of the same year.
Vestas’ role in the Velinga wind project with Vattenfall Vindkraft AB marks a pivotal moment in Sweden’s journey towards increasing its renewable energy capacity, showcasing the potential of wind energy in contributing to a sustainable and clean energy future.