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Inox Wind Q3 results: Profit rises to Rs 1.81 cr on back of higher revenues

Inox Wind on Friday posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 1.81 crore in the December 2023 quarter on the back of higher revenues. It had suffered a loss of Rs 287.86 crore in the October-December quarter a year ago, Inox Wind said in an exchange filing. The company's total income rose to Rs 506.88 crore in the reporting quarter from Rs 237.68 crore in the year-ago period. In a separate statement, the company said its EBIDTA was at Rs 99.5 crore in the quarter against an EBITDA loss of Rs 172.5 crore in the same quarter of 2022-23. The company's orderbook stood at 2.6 GW, the statement said. Devansh Jain, Executive Director, INOXGFL Group said efforts put in over the last few quarters have yielded a remarkable turnaround for Inox Wind in the third quarter, which is reflected in the current order book and the reported numbers. "I firmly believe that we have just embarked on a massive growth journey. With all the levers aligned, which includes the strong promoter backing of the com

Inox Wind ties up with German firm for new series of turbine generators

Homegrown Inox Wind on Tuesday said it has partnered with Germany-based Wind to Energy to introduce a new series of wind turbine generators in the domestic market. Under the agreement, Wind to Energy (W2E) will share its technology and design for the 4.X MW series wind turbine generators (WTG), Inox Wind Ltd (IWL) said in a statement. The new series of wind turbine generators has been designed for low wind regimes in India, the company said. Wind to Energy (W2E) is a global provider of technology and design for wind turbines. Inox Wind currently manufactures 2 MW and 3 MW turbines with multiple blades on existing licences with AMSC. The company will target installations of its 4.X MW series WTGs across various sites in the country. A 4.X MW series WTG can be upgraded with the use of boosters and Inox Wind will offer it in multiple blade and tower variants, it said. "The launch of 4.X MW wind turbines marks an important milestone for Inox Wind, as we continue on our exciting growt

A 5,800% renewables stock surge has some Indian investors worried

The biggest stock winners in India's renewable sector are now all facing the challenge from minuscule earnings, which has sent valuations through the roof

Suzlon bags 642 MW project from ACPL to set wind turbines in Andhra

Renewables solutions provider Suzlon Group on Tuesday said it has bagged a 642-MW wind power project from an Evren company, ABC Cleantech Private Limited (ACPL). Evren is a joint venture in India between Brookfield and Axis Energy. As part of the order, Suzlon will install 214 wind turbine generators (WTGs) with a Hybrid Lattice Tubular (HLT) tower and a rated capacity of 3 MW each in Andhra Pradesh, a company statement said. "Suzlon is committed to partnering with Evren to enhance their green energy portfolios while helping advance India's renewable energy goals," Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman, Suzlon Group said in the statement. Evren is the new development platform launched by Brookfield in India as a joint venture with Axis Energy. Evren has an initial target to build over 6 GW of renewable energy assets in the next 2-3 years in the most resource-rich states in India. JP Chalasani, Chief Executive Officer, Suzlon Group, said in the statement, We are happy to announce our first o

Inox Wind 3 MW WTGs make entry in MNRE's list of approved turbines

The government has included 3 megawatt (MW) wind turbine generators of wind energy solutions provider Inox Wind in its revised list of models and manufacturers, the company said in a statement. The Revised List of Models & Manufacturers (RLMM) of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) includes quality-certified wind turbine models eligible for installation in the country to facilitate investors, lenders and developers. "The wind turbine generators (WTGs) will be available in multiple hub height variants, including 100m, 120m, and 140m. This turbine offers one of the lowest levelized costs of energy on a per unit basis given its compact design, resulting in lower costs of production, transport & logistics as well as installation, thereby giving the company a sustainable edge in the Indian market," Inox Wind said. With multiple orders in hand for the 3 MW WTGs, there will be a major ramp-up in the manufacturing and supplies of the turbines to meet the high demand. Inox .

Envision Energy to supply 100 turbines for 300 MW wind project in Karnataka

Envision Energy on Monday said it will supply around 100 turbines of 3.3 MW for a 300-MW offshore wind project coming up in Karnataka. The project will be set up by investment fund Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) for Viviid Renewables (Viviid) in the southern state under a partnership, Envision Energy said. "CIP has signed a turbine supply agreement for the EN 156 3.3 MW turbines with Envision Wind Power Technologies India. Viviid will provide balance-of-plant works and services and hold minority ownership in the project," it said. In the statement, Envision Energy did not disclose any financial information with respect to the project. Envision will supply turbines in the range of 95-100 for the project expected to be completed by end of 2025. "We look forward to continuing the successful collaboration and realizing these projects which contribute to local growth and job creation while delivering attractive returns for our fund investors," Peter Sjntoft, Associate Partner

Suzlon Group secures 225 MW wind energy project from Everrenew Energy

Renewable energy solutions provider Suzlon Group has secured a new 225 MW wind energy order from Everrenew Energy. Suzlon will install 75 wind turbine generators (WTGs) with a Hybrid Lattice Tubular (HLT) tower and a rated capacity of 3 MW each at Everrenew Energy's sites at Vengaimandalam, Trichy district and Ottapidaram, Tuticorin district in Tamil Nadu, a company statement said. This order is for the company's larger rated 3 MW, S144-140m turbines from the 33.15 MW product series, it added. "This project with Everrenew Energy serves the promising commercial and industrial (C&I) segment of the Indian market, which will be important in driving our national targets over time," Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman, Suzlon Group said in the statement. As part of the agreement, Suzlon will supply the wind turbines (equipment supply) and supervise the project, including commissioning. Suzlon will also undertake comprehensive operations and maintenance services post-commissioning. "The Power .

Suzlon bags two wind energy orders from Mahindra Susten, nordic energy firm

Renewables solutions provider Suzlon has bagged two separate wind energy orders of 100.8 MW each from Mahindra Susten and an Indian arm of a leading nordic energy company. Suzlon will install 48 units of their S120 140m wind turbine generators (WTGs) with a Hybrid Lattice tubular (HLT) tower and a rated capacity of 2.1 MW each in Maharashtra for Mahindra Susten Pvt Ltd, the clean-teach arm of the Mahindra Group, a company statement said. "We are delighted to partner with Mahindra Susten, for their first wind energy project. Indian conglomerates like the Mahindra Group are setting examples for corporate India towards embracing renewable energy and meeting India's national sustainability goals," said Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman, Suzlon Group said. According to a statement, Suzlon will execute the project with a full scope of supply, installation, and commissioning. Additionally, Suzlon will also undertake post-commissioning operation and maintenance services. Electricity generated f

Sembcorp Industries to acquire 428 MW wind assets in India, China

Sembcorp Industries on Monday announced that it has signed two separate agreements to acquire 428 MW of wind power assets in China and India for 200 million Singaporean dollar (about Rs 1,247 crore). The Singaporean energy company, backed by state-owned investor Temasek Holdings Pte, will acquire 228 MW of operational wind power assets of Leap Green Energy Pvt Ltd for 70 million Singaporean dollar and 200 MW of Qinzhou Yuanneng for 130 million Singaporean dollar, the firm said in a statement. Sembcorp has been operating in India for more than 12 years, with a presence across 18 states. With this acquisition, the company now has a balanced portfolio of 3.7 GW of renewable assets, comprising 2.25 GW of wind and 1.45 GW of solar assets. Last year, it announced the acquisition of Vector Green to add 583 MW of renewable assets in India. "Sembcorp's wholly-owned subsidiary, Sembcorp Energy (Shanghai) Holding Co Ltd has signed an agreement with Envision Energy Co Ltd to acquire 100 per cen

Suzlon's S1443 MW series of wind turbines get RLMM listing by MNRE

Renewable energy solution provider Suzlon Group on Wednesday announced the listing of its S144 3 MW series of wind turbines in the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy's 'Revised List of Models & Manufacturers' (RLMM). "This is an important milestone required for successful commercialisation of the product," the company said in a statement. The company announced the RLMM listing of its S144 3 MW series of wind turbines, which are extendable to 3.15 MW, it added. Suzlon has already installed the first prototype of this series at a hub height of 160m with a Hybrid Lattice Tubular (HLT) tower at the Gondal site in Gujarat. Currently, the product is in the process of serial manufacturing and commercialisation, it added. Suzlon Group Chief Executive Officer JP Chalasani said, "This listing comes at the right time after our S144 product received an enthusiastic response from the market, evident from the strong order inflow". Considering India's varied wind regimes and terrains, the .

K P Energy bags order from Aditya Birla Renewables to set up wind project

K P Energy has bagged an order for setting up Balance of Plant of 23.1 MW wind energy project from Aditya Birla Renewables. However, the company did not disclose the value of the order. Balance of Plant refers to various supporting and auxiliary components in a power project. "K P Energy has received a new order from Aditya Birla Renewables for development of Balance of Plant of 23.1MW wind capacity forming part of the wind-solar hybrid power project (comprising 23.1MW wind and 11MW solar) to be connected to existing 140MW power evacuation facility at Fulsar PSS," a BSE filing stated. The project includes installation of 11 Suzlon-made wind mills. K P Energy will be responsible for providing a range of services, including Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning (EPCC) for the project. This entails tasks such as land acquisition, design, manufacturing, supply, construction, erection, testing, and commissioning for the Balance of Plant and securing necessary appro

Envision Energy secures 653 MW wind energy project from JSW Energy

Envision Energy on Thursday said it has secured a 653.4 megawatt (MW) wind project from JSW Energy. The project is expected to be commissioned in a phased manner by 2024-end and produce 2,200 gigawatt hour (GWh) units of clean energy, contributing towards India's aim of achieving its net-zero emission goals, Envision said in a statement. "Envision Energy has won an order from JSW Energy for developing a 653.4 MW wind energy park in Karnataka and Maharashtra. As per the order, Envision would provide 198 units of EN 156-3.3 MW WTGs (wind turbine generator)," the statement said. The association with JSW Energy would play a pivotal role in ramping up renewable energy capacity in Karnataka and Maharashtra, Envision said. The company however did not disclose financial details of the project. "It has become critical to collaborate for accelerating green energy transition to avert the climate crisis. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to solving the challenges for a sustain

Adani's 5.2 MW wind turbine listed in RLMM; can produce for global markets

Adani Wind announced that its 5.2 MW wind turbine generator (WTG) has been enlisted in the Revised List of Models and Manufacturers

Suzlon hits 8-year high; up 197% so far in FY24

Borkerage firm JM Financial Institutional Securities has initiated coverage on the stock with a 'Buy' rating.

Suzlon bags 31.5-MW wind energy project from Integrum Energy Infrastructure

Renewable energy solution provider Suzlon Group on Thursday announced that it has bagged an order from Integrum Energy Infrastructure for the development of a 31.5-MW wind energy project. The company did not disclose the value of the order. Suzlon will execute the project with a scope of supply, installation, and commissioning, the company said in a statement. Additionally, it said that Suzlon will offer post-commissioning operation and maintenance services. "Suzlon Group today announced a new order win for the development of a 31.5 MW wind power project for Integrum Energy Infrastructure Private Ltd", the statement said. Suzlon will install 15 units of S120140m wind turbine generators (WTGs) with a Hybrid Lattice Tubular (HLT) tower and a rated capacity of 2.1 MW each in Maharashtra and Karnataka. The project is expected to be commissioned in May 2024. J P Chalasani, Chief Executive Officer, Suzlon Group, said in the statement, "We are delighted to announce our second order wit

Suzlon freezes at 5% upper limit, hits 6-year high; up 25% over QIP price

With India poised to lead decarbonization of its economy, the management said it is seeing renewed enthusiasm from India Inc. to drive this green energy transition.

Equinor inaugurates world's largest floating wind power farm in Norway

Its 88 megawatts of capacity will cover around 35% of annual power demand for five platforms at the Snorre and Gullfaks oil and gas fields in the North Sea, about 140 kms (87 miles) off Norway's west

Torrent Power commissions 115 MW wind energy project in Gujarat's Dwarka

Torrent Power on Wednesday said one of its subsidiaries has commissioned a 115 MW wind project in Devbhumi Dwarka district of Gujarat. Torrent Solargen was awarded the project through a competitive bidding under SECI (Solar Energy Corporation of India) Wind Tranche V, a company statement said. The company signed a power purchase agreement for a period of 25 years with SECI which has a back-to-back Power Sale Agreement (PSA) with Haryana. Wind turbines for the project have been sourced from GE. With the addition of 115 MW wind power, Torrent Power's installed renewable capacity has reached 1.18 GW, and total generation to 4.2 GW. Torrent Power, with a turnover of Rs 25,694 crore is the integrated power utility of Torrent Group. It has presence across the entire power value chain of generation, transmission, and distribution.

Suzlon Energy hits over 5-year high; zooms 105% in 7 weeks

Brokerage firm ICICI Securities has initiated the coverage on Suzlon with 'Buy' rating and a target price of Rs 22 per share.

Industry body WIPPA suggests 4 measures to boost wind energy progress

Industry body WIPPA on Friday suggested four measures to boost progress in the wind energy sector. "At the central government, we request the implementation of the four policies implementation of the bidding plan, ISTS (inter-state transmission system) open access, fixing the missing links in LPS (late payment surcharge) and greater facilitation of offshore wind bids," Wind Independent Power Producers Association (WIPPA) president Parag Sharma said in a statement. The body, with the support of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), will organise an event on Sunday to increase awareness of wind energy ahead of the Global Wind Day on June 15, the statement said. Global Wind Day run here on June 11, 2023, will highlight the MNRE and WIPPA's role in reviving India's wind sector. Global Wind Day Conference 2023 was also organised in Pune on Thursday. Dinesh Dayanand Jagdale, Joint Secretary at MNRE, expressed satisfaction at adding gigawatts on the ground now, and at the ...