Siemens Gamesa strikes partners with Azure Power, installs 96 turbines, a major boost for India’s wind industry

Siemens Games has secured its first order in India with Azure Power India Private Limited (Azure Power) to supply 96 SG 3.6-145 wind turbines for a 346 MW project in the state of Karnataka.

The wind turbine supply agreement, will cater to its projects under the SECI Hybrid IV, SECI XI tenders and its other energy pipelines. When fully deployed these wind turbines will produce enough clean energy to meet the power needs of over one million Indian homes.

“We are delighted to begin this new partnership with Azure Power on this large-scale project using use our latest India focused technology. The contract provides new impetus to the wind industry at a key juncture in the country’s energy transition. Teams from both companies have worked relentlessly over the last few months to secure maximum value for the project. With this new joint approach, alongside our technological innovation, we are confident of delivering the right renewable energy solutions to the market,” said Navin Dewaji, India Chief Executive Officer of Siemens Games.

Harsh Shah, Chief Executive Officer, Azure Power said, ” We are pleased to partner with Siemens Games a in our first wind project. Wind energy is going to be an imperative element for delivering firm, reliable and clean energy to achieve the energy transition vision of the country. This partnership will create long-term supply visibility while securing sustainable value for our stakeholders.”

This new deal takes order entry for the company a 3.X platform in India past the 1.4 GW mark, helping to confirm its competitiveness in the Indian market.