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Goldwind Begins Delivery of Wind Turbine Components for PIF5 Wind Power Projects

Goldwind has successfully dispatched the first shipment of wind turbine components for Saudi Arabia’s PIF5 wind power projects, marking a major milestone in the delivery of what is currently regarded as the world’s largest onshore wind power development under construction, with a combined generation capacity of 3 GW.

The initial shipment includes 12 nacelles, 9 sets of turbine blades, and critical lifting equipment, paving the way for the commencement of installation activities across the project sites. The milestone signifies the transition from manufacturing and supply into the construction and installation phase of the development.

Goldwind is supplying its advanced GWH204-10MW wind turbines, specifically engineered to withstand Saudi Arabia’s harsh climatic conditions, including high temperatures and sandstorms. The turbines will be installed on the company’s self-developed 148-meter steel-concrete hybrid towers, designed to access stronger wind resources at higher elevations and maximize energy generation efficiency.

To support project execution and localization objectives, Goldwind has established a local hybrid tower manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia, ensuring a reliable domestic supply chain and contributing to the Kingdom’s industrial development goals.

The shipment was successfully rerouted through an alternative maritime logistics corridor connecting the Strait of Malacca, Bab-el-Mandeb, and the Red Sea to Saudi Arabia’s western coast following regional shipping constraints affecting the originally planned route. The successful delivery reflects close coordination among Goldwind, project stakeholders, logistics partners, and project developer ACWA Power.

Upon completion, the 3GW PIF5 wind power projects are expected to generate approximately 11.3 billion kWh of renewable electricity annually, equivalent to around 2.4% of Saudi Arabia’s total electricity generation in 2024. The projects are also expected to offset more than 9.3 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions each year, supporting the Kingdom’s clean energy transition and carbon reduction objectives.

The PIF5 projects form part of Saudi Arabia’s broader renewable energy program aimed at diversifying the national energy mix and achieving the targets of Saudi Vision 2030. The developments are expected to play a significant role in expanding the Kingdom’s renewable energy capacity while strengthening local manufacturing and supply chain capabilities.

Goldwind stated that the shipment milestone demonstrates its commitment to localization, technological innovation, and reliable project delivery, while reinforcing its long-term partnership with Saudi Arabia’s renewable energy sector.

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