Vestas to supply 16 turbines for two new Vietnam wind farms
Vestas has been awarded contracts to supply its16 new V163 wind turbines from the 4 MW Platform across two new wind farms in central Vietnam In partnership with a reputable Vietnamese renewable energy developer with a significant portfolio it will expand Vestas proven track record of 1 6 gigawatts in Vietnam and strengthens the company s role in driving the country s wind energy growth
Vestas has been selected to supply 16 wind turbines for two new wind farms in Vietnam, as outlined in the country's Power Development Plan 8 (PDP8). The projects are among the first to receive investment licences and move towards implementation, marking a significant step in Vietnam's clean energy transition and its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
This award underscores the growing momentum in Vietnam's wind sector and showcases how advanced turbine technology can enhance project economics and energy production in the country's wind conditions. With rotors reaching 163 meters, the largest Vestas model deployed in Vietnam to date, and site-specific 155-meter hub height tower solutions, Vestas' V163-4 MW platform is tailored to maximize energy production and project performance in Vietnam's specific wind environment.
Built on Vestas' proven 4 MW platform, which has already reached over 88 GW of installed capacity globally and 1.6 GW in Vietnam, this solution combines higher energy yield with a proven operational performance record. The two wind farms will be situated near an existing cluster of Vestas projects, ensuring continued long-term service employment in the region for decades.
Vestas' commitment to Vietnam's energy security and clean energy transition is further demonstrated by the 20-year AOM 5000 service and maintenance agreements for the projects, providing business case certainty and optimal operational performance. Antoine Croize, Vestas' Country Manager for Vietnam, expressed gratitude for the customer's confidence and highlighted the company's pride in supporting some of the first wind projects under PDP8.
He emphasized that Vestas' V163-4 MW platform, combined with 155-meter site-specific hub height configuration and deep local expertise, is delivering a solution specifically designed for Vietnam's evolving market needs. The delivery of Vestas' wind turbine components to Vietnam is set to begin in 2027, with commissioning following shortly after.
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