Chinese manufacturer Mingyang Smart Energy has announced the design of a 50 megawatt floating wind turbine, one of the most ambitious bets in the global wind energy sector. This technology represents a breakthrough in the electrification of coastal regions with high exposure to extreme conditions.
A structure prepared for typhoons and hurricanes
The proposal is based on a V-shaped tower design supporting two rotors of 25 MW each, reaching a total of 50 MW of power. The rotors, 290 meters in diameter, will allow operation
The turbine is designed to operate in deep water, where traditional systems cannot be installed. The floating structure and dual-head configuration are derived from the
Floating wind turbine mass production
Mingyang will start production in Guangdong from 2026. An initial capacity of 50 units per year is expected, with a second phase that could be tripled. The company projects a cost per installed kilowatt of less than $1,300, a figure significantly lower than current European standards.
As part of its internationalization strategy, Mingyang plans to invest up to US$1.8 billion in a turbine manufacturing plant in turbine factory in Scotland. in Scotland. This plant will supply the UK market and other European regions. The port of Ardersier has been identified as the preferred location for these operations, which will also facilitate the employment transition of former oil sector workers.
Source and photo: Myse via offshore Wind
