Danish company Vestas has unveiled plans to establish a €250 million (£217m) nacelle and hub factory for offshore wind farms in Scotland.
It would produce nacelles and hubs for the firm’s flagship offshore wind turbine – the V236-15MW – with the investment expected to create up to 500 direct skilled jobs.
The final investment decision is conditional on securing sufficient UK-based orders in the UK’s upcoming offshore wind auctions.
The facility could start production by 2029/30 subject to the timing of those results and the planning process.
Vestas CEO Henrik Andersen said:”The UK government has made a big statement with AR7, showcasing how wind energy creates a positive impact on energy security, sustainability and affordability for end consumers. We welcome the UK and Scottish governments’ dedication to fostering a competitive offshore wind market and look forward to working together to progress our co-investment plans.
“Establishing a nacelle and hub assembly factory in Scotland would create hundreds of local jobs and support further jobs across the wider supply chain, delivering long-lasting economic benefits to the region.”
The announcement follows record-breaking results in the AR7 auction in January this year.
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband added: “The Government’s clean energy mission is delivering good industrial jobs for Scottish workers-boosting growth as part of our drive to give the UK energy security. This is happening because of the government’s record-breaking offshore wind auction and the confidence our mission has given industry to invest in Scotland.
“We will not stop in driving to create many more jobs like these for Scotland and the UK.”
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