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Siemens Gamesa has signed a milestone wind power agreement with Ørsted to supply the 298-MW Haystack wind farm in Nebraska as the two companies embark on a new stage in their onshore partnership following nearly 30 years of offshore projects together.
The Haystack project includes the supply of 51 SG 5.0-145 wind turbines and 18 safe harbor turbines. The first deliveries are expected to begin in the summer of 2021 with commissioning expected in 4Q2021.
The order also includes a 30-year full-scope service and maintenance agreement covering primary activities related to the service and maintenance of the units. This agreement is the longest ever service contract for Siemens Gamesa in North America and evidences trust not only in Siemens Gamesa’s technology but also the company’s strong and flexible service capabilities.
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The Haystack project will include 51 SG 5.0-145 wind turbines and 18 safe harbor turbines.
Nacelles and hubs for the turbines will be manufactured in both Hutchinson and the corporation’s Agreda, Spain facilities in order to meet delivery timelines, said Myca Welch, a company spokesperson in Hutchinson.
The Hutchinson plant has been building a variation of the SG 5.0 since February, Welch said.
The SG 5.0-145 wind turbine features a state-of-the-art control system and enhanced blade aerodynamics that optimize power generation, the release stated. Thanks to its “OptimaFlex” technology, the turbine also features a flexible power rating ranging between 4.0 and 5.0 MW, providing a tailored solution that fits the specific conditions of each site.
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Siemens Gamesa has signed a milestone wind power agreement with Orsted to supply the 298- MW Haystack wind farm in Nebraska as the two companies embark on a new stage in their onshore partnership following nearly 30 of offshore projects together.
The Haystack project includes the supply of 51 SG 5.0-145 wind turbines and 18 safe harbor turbines. The first deliveries are expected to begin in the summer of 2021 with commissioning expected in fourth quarter 2021.
The order also includes a 30-year full-scope service and maintenance agreement covering primary activities related to the service and maintenance of the units. This agreement is the longest ever service contract for Siemens Gamesa in North America and evidences trust not only in Siemens Gamesa’s technology but also the company’s strong and flexible service capabilities.
Siemens Gamesa has signed an agreement with Orsted to supply the 298MW Haystack wind farm in Nebraska.
Its first onshore wind deal with the Danish developer includes the supply of 51 SG 5.0-145 wind turbines and 18 safe harbor turbines.
The first deliveries are expected to begin in the summer of 2021 with commissioning expected in fourth quarter 2021.
The order also includes a 30-year full-scope agreement covering primary activities related to the service and maintenance of the units.
The agreement marks longest ever service contract for Siemens Gamesa in North America, the company said.
Siemens Gamesa chief executive of onshore North America Shannon Sturgil said: Orsted is a key partner in our offshore business and we are excited to expand that partnership into onshore wind power.