Vestas is the world leader in wind technology and a driving force in the development of the wind power industry. With a turnover greater than 500 million Euros; Vestas' core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing and maintenance of wind power systems including wind turbine blades that use wind energy to generate electricity - on the basis of the company vision: "With quality and care the wind is used to generate competitive, clean and renewable energy. In future, this energy will cover a substantial part of the global energy supply and contribute to sustainable development for the benefit of future generations. Vestas is to be the international market leader in the field of wind power systems - valued by customers, shareholders, employees and other stakeholders." Vestas began wind turbine manufacturing in 1979, and has played a major role in the dynamic wind power industry ever since. Through decades of involvement in all aspects of this industry and installing thousands of turbines all over the world, Vestas has built up a wealth of experience and expertise, which are used to the benefit of customers worldwide. Vestas devotes appreciable resources to optimising research and development, production, assembly, logistics and service. Vestas cares for its turbines, no matter where in the world they may be. This combination of global experience and local expertise ensures that Vestas remains a truly trustworthy partner
Reason for participating
In the main Vestas will be a potential customer for the developments in this project for the manufacturing stage and hence their input is invaluable.
Role in the project
In this project Vestas will provide R&D back up to the consortium on the practical requirements of an end user and will provide advice to the remainder of the consortium in order that inspection and automation conflicts are limited to a minimum.
