Vestas has received a 240MW turbine order to repower the Big Sky wind farm in Illinois, US.
The order consists of 104 V120-2.2MW turbines and five V110-2.0MW turbines in 2.2MW operating mode.
The turbines will replace the wind farm’s 109 Suzlon S88-2.1MW turbines.
Turbine delivery for the orders begins in the fourth quarter of 2021 with commissioning scheduled for the second quarter of 2022.
“We are thrilled to partner with Vitol Wind on their first large wind project in the US as they continue to grow their global portfolio.” said Laura Beane, president of Vestas North America.
“Repowering wind projects offers an optimal solution for asset owners of aging fleets by extending the production lifespan of the project while decreasing costs.”
Vitol renewables head Andrew de Pass said: “Vitol has a growing global portfolio of renewable assets. Repowering Big Sky Wind is an exciting step and part of our strategy to invest in, build and optimise the performance of renewable assets across our portfolio.
“We look forward to working with Vestas and will continue to seek new renewable opportunities.”
Vitol acquired the wind farm earlier this year.
The order includes supply and commissioning of the turbines, as well as a 20-year service agreement.