Siemens Gamesa receives a new order for 43 SG 4.5-145 turbines to be installed in Canada

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Apr 26, 2019, 06:00 ET

Order includes 43 SG 4.5-145 turbines with flexible rating up to 4.8 MW
Once installed, these will be the most powerful turbines with the largest rotor installed in the country

OAKVILLE, ON, April 26, 2019 /CNW/ - Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has announced that it has signed a contract to supply and commission 43 SG 4.5-145 wind turbines, with flexible rating up to 4.8 MW, for a wind project in Canada with an undisclosed customer. The order is for a nominal capacity of 194 MW.

The SG 4.5-145 will be the most powerful turbine with the largest rotor size to date in Canada. The 71-meter blade integrates aerodynamics and noise reduction features—including Siemens Gamesa DinoTails® Next Generation technology—to guarantee a high production of energy and reduced noise emission levels.

"We're proud that our partners chose Siemens Gamesa and our SG 4.5-145 turbine for this project," said David Hickey, head of the Siemens Gamesa business in Canada. "The new SG 4.5-145 turbine will provide extremely cost competitive and clean energy to the consumers and communities of Canada."

With more than 3,000 MW installed in Canada, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is the market leader by cumulative installed capacity. Our team of employees provide technical expertise, top-tier service, quality products, and ongoing support to all of our customers. Canada is 8th in the world for total onshore installed wind capacity with 12.8 GW as of December 2018, with a 20% annual growth rate for the last ten years.

About Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy

Siemens Gamesa is a global leader in the wind power industry, with a strong presence in offshore, onshore and services. Through its advanced digital capabilities, the company offers one of the broadest product portfolios in the industry as well as industry-leading service solutions, helping to make clean energy more affordable and reliable. With over 90 GW installed worldwide, Siemens Gamesa manufactures, installs and maintains wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Its backlog stands at €23 billion. The company is headquartered in Spain and listed on the Spanish stock exchange (included in the Ibex-35 index).

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