Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from Ingka Group, ABS, Taylor Hopkinson and Brunel, Siemens Gamesa, among others.
Ingka Investments Buys 210 MWp Indian Solar Project from ib vogt
Ingka Investments, the investment arm of IKEA’s parent company, has acquired a 210 MWp solar PV project in Rajasthan, India, from ib vogt. The deal strengthens Ingka’s strategy to expand its global renewable energy portfolio and support its long term goal of producing more renewable power than it consumes. The project represents a significant clean energy investment and will generate affordable solar electricity that can help power Ingka’s India operations and contribute to the national grid. The acquisition highlights continued innovation in large scale solar development and reflects a customer focused approach by improving access to reliable, low cost renewable power. It also supports Ingka’s growth plans in key emerging markets and advances its broader sustainability commitments..
ABS Approves Encomara Squid Floating Wind System
ABS has granted approval in principle for Encomara’s Squid Floating Wind system, marking a key milestone in floating wind innovation. The technology uses a modular, low draft, single point mooring design that enables simpler installation, quicker maintenance, and reduced lifecycle costs. The system is engineered for rapid tow-to-port servicing, improving uptime and delivering operational benefits for customers. Encomara is targeting cost effective floating wind deployment by minimizing steel use, streamlining construction, and supporting larger turbine sizes. The approval strengthens investor confidence and supports future commercial rollout. The company’s strategy centers on scalable, low impact solutions that accelerate floating wind growth while improving project economics and reducing risks for developers.
Taylor Hopkinson and Brunel Win Fengmiao Offshore Staffing Contract
Taylor Hopkinson and Brunel have secured a major contract to provide recruitment and project personnel for China’s 2.4 gigawatt Fengmiao offshore wind development. The partnership will supply specialist staffing across engineering, construction, quality, health and safety, and project management, supporting one of Asia’s largest offshore wind projects. The win highlights growing demand for high skill workforce solutions as the offshore sector accelerates. The companies will deliver scalable talent, streamlined onboarding, and global expertise, ensuring developers gain reliable support throughout the project lifecycle. The contract strengthens their strategic expansion in the Asia Pacific region while reinforcing their investment in offshore wind workforce innovation. Customers benefit through improved project efficiency, reduced hiring complexity, and access to a broader talent pool.
Siemens Gamesa Secures First Orders for New 7 MW Turbine
Siemens Gamesa has landed its first commercial orders for the SG 7.0-170 onshore turbine, marking a key milestone in its upgraded 5.X platform strategy. The orders, totaling 290 megawatts across projects in Sweden and Finland, demonstrate strong market confidence in the company’s latest technology. The 7 megawatt model offers higher efficiency, improved energy capture, and lower levelized cost of electricity, delivering clear customer benefits. Siemens Gamesa is investing in advanced rotor design, digital monitoring, and optimized components to support performance in cold climates. The new turbine reinforces the company’s growth plans in Northern Europe, accelerates its innovation roadmap, and strengthens its competitive position as developers seek higher output machines for constrained land areas.
Faheema P