Global Infrastructure SherpaVestas signs MoU with Japan's METI to establish wind turbine manufacturing base
Vestas signed an MoU with Japan's METI to advance a wind turbine manufacturing base in Japan, including final nacelle assembly by fiscal year 2029 and full nacelle assembly by fiscal year 2039.
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- Vestas partnering with Japan's METI.
- Final nacelle assembly targeted by fiscal year 2029.
- Full nacelle assembly targeted by fiscal year 2039.
- Focus on offshore wind technology in Japan.
Source Intelligence
The agreement builds on collaboration since July 2025 through a joint working group. METI and Vestas agreed to collaborate on establishing final nacelle assembly in Japan by fiscal year 2029, subject to securing firm orders through Japan’s auction system, while developing a roadmap toward full nacelle assembly by fiscal year 2039. Agreements with Nippon Express will explore collaboration on logistics and O&M services for wind power projects. Agreements with DENZAI will assess potential cooperation on engineering services including lifting plans, crane allocation, crane supply and turbine installation.
"Vestas has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)"
"Vestas has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)"
"Vestas signed separate memorandums of understanding with Nippon Express and DENZAI to strengthen supply chain cooperation in Japan."
"Vestas signed separate memorandums of understanding with Nippon Express and DENZAI to strengthen supply chain cooperation in Japan."
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