Vestas has announced plans to establish a major nacelle and hub manufacturing facility in United Kingdom, specifically in Scotland, as part of its strategy to meet rising demand for offshore wind energy across the UK and Europe. The proposed factory represents a capital investment exceeding €250 million and will manufacture key components for Vestas’s flagship offshore wind turbine, the V236-15.0 MW.
The planned facility is expected to create up to 500 skilled direct jobs, while also generating additional indirect employment opportunities across the wider economy. The investment aims to strengthen a domestic supply chain that is critical for achieving the UK’s clean energy goals and enhancing long-term energy security.
The announcement follows record-breaking results from the AR7 auction in January 2026, alongside a growing offshore wind order book for Vestas in the UK. It also reflects ongoing strategic collaboration between Vestas, the UK Government, and the Scottish Government to advance co-investment plans for the facility.
However, the final investment decision remains conditional on securing sufficient UK-based orders in upcoming AR7 and AR8 auctions. Subject to these outcomes and the planning approval process, production at the new factory could begin by 2029 or 2030. Vestas is also exploring opportunities to co-locate sub-suppliers for major components, further strengthening the regional manufacturing ecosystem.
Henrik Andersen, CEO of Vestas, said that recent policy developments demonstrate how wind energy contributes to energy security, sustainability, and affordability.
Ed Miliband highlighted that the government’s clean energy strategy is driving industrial job creation and economic growth, particularly in Scotland, while reinforcing the UK’s energy independence. He credited the success of offshore wind auctions for boosting investor confidence.
Kate Forbes also welcomed the proposal, stating that it reflects Scotland’s strong position as a destination for offshore wind investment.
The facility would become Vestas’s fifth European factory dedicated exclusively to offshore wind turbine nacelles and blades.
BABURAJAN KIZHAKEDATH
