Vestas to Deploy 16 Massive Wind Turbines in Vietnam
Vestas wins contracts to supply 16 V163 wind turbines for two new projects in central Vietnam under the PDP8 clean energy plan.
In a significant boost to Vietnam's renewable energy landscape, Vestas has secured contracts to supply 16 of its advanced V163 wind turbines for two upcoming wind farms in central Vietnam. These projects represent some of the earliest developments to move forward under the nation's ambitious Power Development Plan 8 (PDP8), marking a critical step toward the country's goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050.
Driving the PDP8 Clean Energy Transition
The new wind farms are being developed in partnership with a prominent Vietnamese renewable energy developer. By integrating these projects into the PDP8 framework, Vestas is helping to unlock the next generation of wind energy infrastructure in the region. These developments are among the first to have successfully secured investment licenses, signaling strong momentum in Vietnam's transition to sustainable power.
Vestas is leveraging its extensive experience in the country, where it already boasts an installed capacity of 1.6 gigawatts. The new deployment will further strengthen the company's role in ensuring Vietnam's energy security through cutting-edge technology.
Advanced Technology for Maximum Yield
To combat the specific wind conditions found in central Vietnam, Vestas is deploying highly specialized hardware. The project will feature:
- V163-4 MW Platform: A proven technology that has already seen over 88 GW of installation globally.
- Record-Breaking Rotors: The 163-metre rotors will be the largest Vestas models ever used in Vietnam.
- Custom Tower Solutions: Tailor-made 155-metre hub height towers designed to maximize energy capture.
"These projects demonstrate that the next generation of wind development in Vietnam can be enabled through innovative, proven technology and tailor-made solutions," said Antoine Croize, Country Manager for Vestas Vietnam. He emphasized that the company is delivering solutions specifically engineered for the evolving needs of the Vietnamese market.
Long-Term Impact on Employment and Operations
Beyond the immediate technological deployment, the projects are set to provide long-term economic benefits to the local community. Because the two wind farms will be situated near an existing hub of Vestas projects, the expansion is expected to create and sustain service employment in the region for decades.
To ensure the turbines operate at peak efficiency, the contracts include 20-year AOM 5000 service and maintenance agreements. This provides the developers with long-term operational certainty and protects the business case for the wind farms.
Project Timeline
The rollout of the new infrastructure is scheduled to begin in the coming years. Vestas expects to start delivering the wind turbine components to Vietnam in 2027, with the formal commissioning of the wind farms to follow shortly after.