Acciona has signed a deal with Spanish technology platform provider Smartive to monitor 1000 of its wind turbines.
Smartive will examine 15% of Acciona’s global wind fleet to predict technical problems before they arise, as well as tackling ongoing maintenance issues.
The technology will provide Acciona with data showing where problems exist or could occur – improving the operation of turbines and reducing maintenance costs.
The initial agreement will run for one year, with an option to extend if both parties agree.
Smartive chief executive officer Jordi Cusido said: “Our precise technology will transform the way Acciona monitors and manages its turbine fleet. In fact, we can predict failures one year before they occur with an accuracy rate of over 95% – leading to over €300,000 in savings a year per 100 turbines. So, Acciona will not only be able to gain operational control, it will reap tangible financial benefits too.
“And partnering with a global leader like Acciona opens up a world of possibilities for us as it allows us to demonstrate our technology to a worldwide audience.”