GE Vernova expands its wind energy presence in Japan with a new project
GE Vernova will strengthen its activity in the Japanese market after reaching an agreement with Eurus Energy Holdings to supply seven wind turbines for a new park in Aomori Prefecture.
Specifically, the turbines will have an individual capacity of 4.2 MW and will allow the Eurus Hiyamizutouge wind farm to reach a total capacity of 29.4 MW . The project will be located between the city of Mutsu and the village of Higashidori.
In addition, the agreement includes a two-year service contract, which the companies will have the option to extend for another two years, thus ensuring continued support for the wind turbines after their installation.
Seven GE Vernova turbines will equip the Hiyamizutouge wind farm
For its part, GE Vernova will use equipment from its 4 MW land-based platform; each of the seven turbines will have 4.2 MW of power and be 117 meters tall.
The platform has accumulated more than two million operating hours, according to data provided by the company. GE Vernova states that these wind turbines have been designed to offer performance and reliability under the wind conditions present in Japan.
In this way, the Hiyamizutouge project will expand the infrastructure designed to harness the wind resources of Aomori . This prefecture, located in the north of Honshu Island, is home to other projects related to wind power generation.
GE Vernova gains ground in Japan's wind energy sector
Furthermore, the agreement with Eurus Energy is part of GE Vernova's strategy to increase its activity within the Japanese energy market.
Currently, the company claims its technology accounts for approximately 25% of Japan's installed onshore wind power capacity . Its presence also extends to other areas of the country's electrical grid.
In particular, GE Vernova maintains that its technologies are present in approximately half of Japan's installed capacity of high-power gas turbines .
The manufacturer also reported that it secured orders totaling 339 MW through 2025 from various Japanese customers. The portfolio includes utility companies and independent power producers.
These figures place the Hiyamizutouge agreement within a broader business context. For GE Vernova, Japan represents a market where the company seeks to expand its presence in power generation and onshore wind energy.
GE Vernova and Eurus Energy are collaborating again
In turn, the project represents a new collaboration between GE Vernova and Eurus Energy , both companies having already worked on renewable energy projects within the Japanese market.
Gilan Sabatier, Commercial Director of Onshore Wind Energy for International Markets at GE Vernova, highlighted that the 4 MW platform is adapted to the country's conditions and noted that the company intends to continue supporting its energy transition.
From Eurus Energy, Masaru Akiyoshi, representative director and executive vice president, once again highlighted the cooperation with GE Vernova. He also expressed his gratitude for the support of the residents of Mutsu and Higashidori, as well as the authorities and other stakeholders involved in the development.
The company expects that the future Aomori park will contribute to the advancement of renewable energy in Japan through wind power generation.
Aomori reinforces Japan's renewable energy goals
Meanwhile, the construction of new wind power capacity comes at a time when Japan is seeking to increase the share of renewable sources within its electricity system.
The country aims for renewable energy to account for up to 38% of its electricity generation by 2030. Projects like Hiyamizutouge will add onshore wind capacity as part of that process.
In parallel, GE Vernova maintains an institutional relationship with the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). Both parties have established a joint working group focused on addressing opportunities and challenges related to energy security and technological development.
Finally, GE Vernova's international scale also supports its operations in Japan. The company's wind power segment has more than 59,000 turbines in operation across various markets worldwide.
With the supply of the seven new wind turbines, GE Vernova will expand its participation in Japanese projects while Eurus Energy moves forward with the development of an additional 29.4 MW of wind capacity in Aomori.
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