Suzlon wins 151 MW in new wind power orders worldwide

Product mix includes the latest 3.4M104 and 3.2M114 wind  turbines, in addition to MM82 and MM92 wind turbines. Group-subsidiary, REpower Systems SE, today announced cumulative orders of 151 MW across Europe and North America over a three month period, excluding wind farm orders announced separately.

These cover various firm wind farm orders secured between 22nd October, 2011 and 18th January, 2012 across Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, UK and the USA. Andreas Nauen, Chief Executive Officer – REpower Systems SE, said: "These wind farm orders clearly underscore the continuing momentum in the wind energy market worldwide, particularly in developed markets in Europe and North America which REpower is focusing on.

Looking ahead, we expect a year of continuing growth for the Group backed by our robust technology and service offerings, and extensive track record."

Tulsi Tanti, Chairman – Suzlon Group, said: "These orders highlight the strong competitive positioning the Suzlon Group enjoys across all key wind farm markets worldwide. With our range of products and solutions – from onshore to offshore wind farm, and encompassing all wind regimes – we offer the most comprehensive solutions to customers the world over."

The wind farm projects include several wind farms in Germany featuring REpower’s latest wind turbine models 3.4M104 and 3.2M114, with 3.4 and 3.2 MW of rated power respectively. Other wind farm orders with turbines of the MM92 or MM82 type are destined for wind farms in Germany, UK, France, Belgium and the USA.

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