Vestas, World’s Largest Wind Turbine Manufacturer, and ZF Wind Power Partner with ABS Wind for Wind Component Maintenance in Rio Grande do Norte

Written by Ruth Rodrigues

Published on 24/08/2023 at 07:38

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With the Strategic Union Between Vestas, ZF Wind Power, and ABS Wind, Allied to the Interest in the Exploration of Green Hydrogen, the State of Rio Grande do Norte Consolidates Itself as a Crucial Center for Wind Development and Energy Transition in Brazil, Promoting Not Only Technological Advances but Economic Growth and Sustainability.

In the constantly evolving landscape of wind energy, Vestas, a renowned global manufacturer of wind turbines, has joined forces with ZF Wind Power, the leading global producer of drivetrains for wind energy, and the Brazilian company ABS Wind, specialized in maintenance. This strategic collaboration aims to optimize the maintenance of components produced by ZF Wind Power in Brazil, focusing on efficiency and agility in responding to the needs of Vestas’ regional customers. A crucial step in this endeavor is the utilization of the extensive experience and skilled team of ABS Wind, based in Macaíba, Rio Grande do Norte.

Partnership to Optimize the Maintenance of Wind Components in Brazilian Territory

For Rodrigo Ugarte, Vice President of Procurement at Vestas Latam, this alliance represents a significant milestone in Vestas’ ongoing pursuit of decarbonization and energy transition.

Ugarte emphasizes the importance of strengthening the supply chain in Latin America, including Brazil.

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In addition to partnerships in maintenance and services, Vestas is also eyeing the potential of green hydrogen in Brazil.

The Danish company has already expressed interest in becoming part of the green hydrogen hub in Rio Grande do Norte.

A memorandum of understanding was signed with the state government in March 2022, aiming for the feasibility of a port-industry that will encompass offshore wind turbine projects and green hydrogen production.

Rio Grande do Norte, the national leader in installed onshore wind energy capacity, with an impressive 6.6 gigawatts, also has significant offshore potential, estimated at over 140 gigawatts, according to Governor Fátima Bezerra.

Vestas, World’s Largest Wind Turbine Manufacturer, and ZF Wind Power Partner with ABS Wind for Wind Component Maintenance in Rio Grande do Norte

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