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New Wind CEOs, Interconnect Acquisition

Allen discusses the appointment of Pedro Azagra as the new CEO of Iberdrola, Pete Bierden as the new President of TAKKION, and Nicolaj Mensberg as the new CEO of PEAK Wind, along with the acquisition of the Northconnect Interconnector project by Flotation Energy and Vargronn.

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Windar Photonics LiDAR Optimizes Wind Farms

Antoine Larvol, CTO of Windar Photonics, discusses how their continuous wave LiDAR technology enhances wind turbine performance through optimization and monitoring, increasing AEP and reducing loads, particularly for legacy turbines.

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Overcoming Drone Threats, UK Crown Estate Offshore

This episode covers the UK’s Crown Estate’s offshore wind investments, drone threats to wind turbines, and Nordex’s 40th anniversary. It also highlights TotalEnergies winning a German offshore wind auction and Pemamek’s advanced welding capabilities.

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Ming Yang UK Investment, Turkey’s Wind Ambitions

Allen discusses US-UK tension over Chinese company Ming Yang’s wind energy investment in Scotland, key offshore wind projects from HSM Offshore Energy and Great British Energy, Turkey’s ambitious wind energy goals, and new leadership at the Global Wind Energy Council.

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Green Eagle’s ARSOS Automates Wind Farm Operations

Alejandro Cabrera Muñoz, CEO and founder of Green Eagle Solutions, discusses their ARSOS platform and how it helps wind farm operators manage technical complexities, market volatility, and regulatory changes by automating turbine issue responses for increased productivity and revenue.

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Why Two-Piece Blades Create Massive Engineering Problems

Register for the next SkySpecs Webinar! We discuss China’s new 20MW floating turbine by CRRC, and Nordex’s patent application for modular blade assembly. Plus HeliService USA’s offshore ambulance service and the recent construction delays at Atlantic Shores and Vineyard Wind.

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Australia 943 MW Project, Bermuda Offshore Plans

Australia has approved the 943 MW Valley of the Winds Wind Farm, Bermuda plans to install an offshore wind farm with 17 turbines by 2027, and Nova Scotia proposes an ambitious $10 billion offshore wind project.

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MotorDoc’s Electrical Signature Turbine Diagnosis

Howard Penrose from MotorDoc discusses their electrical signature monitoring for wind turbines that offers precise diagnostics, enabling cost-effective preventative maintenance and lifetime extension.

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Vestas 7.2 MW Turbine, New Aerones Funding Round

The hosts discuss the recent $62 million funding round for Aerones, Siemens Energy’s call for increased offshore wind capacity in the UK, Canada’s push for offshore wind with Bill C-49, and the installation of Vestas’ 7.2 MW turbine in Germany. And the Coyote Wind Farm in Texas as the Wind Farm of the Week.

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Vattenfall’s New Leader, French Floating Wind Farm

Allen Hall covers the appointment of Catrin Jung as Vattenfall’s new head of wind division, the Netherlands reaching 20% renewable energy in 2024, Quebec’s $1.1 billion funding for a major wind project, and France commissioning its first floating wind farm.

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Fibersail’s Fiber Optics Prevent Costly Repairs

Carlos Oliveira, CEO of Fibersail, discusses their advanced fiber optic technology for early detection of wind turbine blade damage, reducing downtime and optimizing maintenance for wind farm operators.

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Why Do Renewables Matter for Grid Stability?

This week we discuss Australia’s recent cancellation of wind projects due to political changes and community opposition, the complexities of grid interconnects, and the need for strategic renewable energy planning.

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Eneco CEO Transition, Equinor Polish Offshore Deal

In this episode of Uptime News, Allen covers leadership changes at Eneco, historic renewable energy deals in Poland, strong support for wind energy in Ireland, and a surge in American clean energy investment.

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Padge LLC Prevents Harmonics Damage

Joseph Chacon, CEO of Padge LLC, discusses the impact of electrical harmonics on wind turbines and solar systems, providing insights into causes, consequences, and effective solutions for improving power quality.

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PEAK Wind Masters Site and Turbine Selection

Lene Hellstern, Director of Engineering at PEAK Wind, discusses the complexities of onshore wind siting, the advantages of using LIDAR technology, and strategic considerations for turbine selection.

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ACP Recap, Chinese Cybersecurity Threat

Allen, Phil, and Joel cover the low turnout at American Clean Power in Phoenix, the US House’s budget bill affecting renewable energy incentives, security concerns over Chinese equipment, and a patent infringement lawsuit filed by 3S Lift.

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South Korea Offshore Wind Progress, 3 GW Danish Offshore

South Korea’s Jeonnam 1 Wind Farm enters commercial operation, Norway launches its first floating wind tender, Denmark announces 3 GW of offshore wind possibility, and The Netherlands delays tendering for two wind sites.

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Peel Ply Elimination in Carbon Pultrusion Tech

Avient and Tight Line Composites have developed a carbon pultrusion technology without the need for peel ply. This method improves bond strength by 8%, cuts waste, reduces labor costs, and simplifies manufacturing.

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Blade Repair Academy’s Expert Technician Training

Blade Repair Academy in Tennessee offers comprehensive blade repair training programs for technicians. Alfred Crabtree, Founder and CEO, and Sheryl Weinstein from SkySpecs highlight the importance of technician competency, hands-on experience, and standardization in the wind industry.

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Vestas Buys LM Wind Power Factory, Increased Data Center Demand

This week we discuss uncertainty surrounding the IRA bill, GEV Wind Power’s acquisition by Certek, and the sale of an LM Wind Power factory to Vestas. Plus Blackstone is in talks to acquire TXNM Energy, pointing to increase data center demand. Register for the next SkySpecs webinar!

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RWE Finances and Equinor’s Empire Wind Struggles

This week Allen discusses the European Investment Bank’s major wind farm investment in Romania, the financial performance of German energy giant RWE, and the potential cancellation of Equinor’s Empire Wind Project due to regulatory challenges.

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Armour Edge Shields Wind Turbine Blades

Will Howell discusses Armor Edge’s thermoformed polycarbonate leading edge protection for wind turbine blades. Their solution helps to mitigate erosion, enhance aerodynamic performance, and extend blade life.

Allen Hall: Will welcome to the podcast. Thank you very much. Thanks for having me. So Joel and I have heard about Armor Edge for a couple, couple of years. Yeah. You’re based in Scotland. Yeah. And we haven’t seen you much in the United States and I haven’t physically touched it.

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Blade Failure Alert: How ONYX Prevents Million-Dollar Disasters

ONYX Insight‘s ecoPITCH system prevents catastrophic wind turbine blade failures caused by pitch bearing issues. Forrest French and Martin McLarnon reveal how continuous monitoring and early detection can save wind farms millions.

Contact Martin McLarnon: martin.mclarnon@onyxinsight.com

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US Offshore Wind Struggles, Lawsuit on Osage Land Continues

Legal battles in Oklahoma continue between the Osage Nation and Enel. Equinor faces offshore wind project hurdles amidst U.S. offshore wind regulatory issues. Plus a rebranding announcement from Deutsche Windtechnik to DWT and a new study painting wind blades red to prevent bird strikes.

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India’s Wind Ambitions and UK Offshore Expansion

This episode covers India’s ambitious plans to double its wind energy capacity by 2030, the UK’s expansion of offshore wind farms, and the US states’ legal challenge against President Trump’s executive order halting wind energy development.

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PowerCurve’s Data-Driven Approach to Blade Analysis

Nicholas Gaudern, CTO at PowerCurve, discusses the growing focus on data-driven insights in wind turbine operations, emphasizing the importance of laser scans, digital twins, and aerodynamic add-ons for enhancing efficiency and performance.

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Arthnex – Arthwind’s Powerful Blade Maintenance Platform

In this insightful episode of Uptime Spotlight, Allen Hall and Joel Saxum welcome back Armando Costa Rego, CEO of ArthWind, to discuss their groundbreaking new software platform, ArthNex. This data-driven solution transforms wind turbine blade management by connecting field technicians directly with engineers in real-time, dramatically reducing downtime and optimizing repairs.

Visit ArthWind at https://arthwind.com.br

Connect with Armando on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/armandocostarego/

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RWE Suspends US Offshore Work, Spanish Power Blackout

This week we discuss a $5 million investment in a wind worker training center in Australia, challenges faced by RWE’s US offshore wind projects due to recent policy changes, and the recent power blackout in Spain. Plus an article from PES Wind Magazine about cybersecurity in wind energy.

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RWE Milestone Thor Wind, Texas Recycling Bills Passes

RWE successfully installs the first monopile for the 1.1 GW Thor offshore wind farm in Denmark, China investigates a fishing vessel collision with a wind turbine, Texas House approves bills for recycling renewable energy equipment, and Enel launches an international wind turbine design competition.

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Tower Training Academy’s Renewable Apprenticeships

Nick Martocci, founder of Tower Training Academy, discusses their nationally recognized apprenticeship programs for wind turbine technicians and battery energy storage specialists. The company focuses on creating partnerships and initiatives that support career development and veterans’ transition into the renewable energy sector.

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Blade Recycling with Media Sourcery and Everpoint Services

Larry Ketchersid, CEO of Media Sourcery discusses their partnership with Everpoint Services to improve the recycling process for blades and solar panels, proving the circular economy. Their method uses innovative blockchain technology to create verifiable proof of proper recycling. By implementing this tracking method, asset owners can be certain their blades have been properly disposed of.

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Offshore Vessel Collision, 1.2 GW Farm in South Australia

In this episode, we discuss an offshore vessel collision in the North Sea, highlight Louisiana’s offshore wind ambitions, the latest developments in South Australia’s renewable energy expansion. Plus we highlight an article from Buoyant Works in PES Wind Magazine. Register for the upcoming SkySpecs’ webinar on turbine repair challenges!

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First Vestas V236-15.0 Offshore Install, GE Vernova Q1 Results, Siemens Gamesa Outlook

The first Vestas V236 15 MW turbine has been installed offshore, GE Vernova makes significant improvements in wind for Q1, and Siemens Energy has an upgraded outlook following strong performance from Siemens Gamesa.

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NSK’s Super-TF Main Bearing Solution

You may have missed this fantastic with Loren Walton from NSK, so we’re sharing it again. He discusses the challenges of main shaft bearing failures in wind turbines and NSK’s Super-TF bearing technology as a durable solution. Loren also covers the limitations of previous diamond-like carbon coatings and how NSK’s advanced heat-treated steel can improve turbine longevity.

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SkySails Power’s Innovative Airborne Wind Systems

Mark Hoppe, VP of Public Affairs & Business Development at SkySails Power, discusses their containerized airborne wind energy system. The innovative technology captures high-altitude winds with kite-based systems, producing up to 50% more yield than traditional turbines. Mark delves into the operational mechanics, deployment in remote and island nations, and future market expansion.

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Ørsted Offshore Cost Reduction, Automation in Wind

In this episode, we discuss Ørsted’s new report proposing a 30% reduction in offshore wind energy costs by 2040, and explore the potential role of automation in wind energy manufacturing. Plus a reminder to register for the next SkySpecs webinar, focused on turbine repair trends and best practices. And the La Joya Wind Farm in New Mexico is our wind farm of the week!

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Empire Wind Suspended, Canadian Offshore Wind Jobs

The U.S. Interior Department halts the Empire Wind Project due to environmental concerns, prompting political backlash and legal considerations. The Offshore Wind Industry Council releases a framework to better protect marine life, and a new assessment reveals job opportunities in the Canadian offshore wind energy market.

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Sunrez’s Tough Leading Edge Protection Solution

Brett Tollgaard from Sunrez discusses their new leading edge protection solution, created using a durable UV-cure resin system. Using this solution reduces downtime due to quick cure times and strengthens leading edges for years to come.

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Gulf Wind Technology’s RootFusion Repair Method

David King from Gulf Wind Technology discusses RootFusion, their up-tower blade root bushing repair method. By eliminating the need for cranes, the solution reduces costs and operational complexity. And their NDT diagnostic process allows for non-invasive inspection and repair.

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WindEurope 2025 Key Takeaways

In this episode, Rosemary and Allen discuss their experiences at WindEurope 2025 in Copenhagen, covering exhibitor highlights, offshore wind projects, industry challenges, and the evolving focus on quality and technology in wind energy. Register for the next SkySpecs Webinar!

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