MHI Vestas Offshore Wind has signed a purchase agreement with KK Wind Solutions for local power conversion module (PCM) assembly, and local manufacturing of low voltage cabinets and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems to support the company’s future projects in Taiwan.
The contract signing confirms MHI Vestas as delivering Taiwan’s most comprehensive local scope for offshore wind production.
The agreement also underscores the significance of bringing industry knowledge and expertise to Taiwan as KK Wind Solutions has 40 years of experience in electrical systems for the wind industry.
As part of KK Wind Solutions’ investment, local workers will be hired and trained to enable best-practice knowledge transfer for highly technical offshore wind turbine components.
A production facility will be established in the vicinity of Taichung Harbour by KK Wind Solutions, and will be responsible for the assembly of the PCM, a power electronics system that is critical for converting wind energy into electricity. Low voltage cabinets and UPS systems, which ensure optimal power supply and that critical load levels are maintained in the turbine, will also be produced on the site, creating sustainable, long-term manufacturing jobs.
MHI Vestas is the only wind turbine manufacturer to procure blades, blade materials, switchgear, fasteners and cables from within Taiwan.