Siemens Gamesa revealed plans on February 13, 2023 to build a major offshore wind turbine nacelle factory at the Port of Coeymans, New York, if wind farms using its turbines are selected in the state’s third offshore wind solicitation, offshoreWIND.biz reported.
The plan
- The plant would represent an investment of about $500 million and could create up to 420 direct jobs.
- With steel fabrication, bearings and composite components sourced locally, total jobs could double, the company said.
- The site would supply nacelles for projects in New York waters and along the East Coast.
- It would be Siemens Gamesa’s second USA facility, after a blade finishing plant in Portsmouth, Virginia.
New York’s third solicitation drew more than 100 proposals for eight projects from six developers. Results were expected in spring 2023.
FAQ
Where would the plant be?
The Port of Coeymans in New York.
How many jobs?
Up to 420 direct jobs.
Is it certain?
No. It depends on Siemens Gamesa turbines winning New York’s offshore wind round.
Source & credit
Source: offshoreWIND.biz, February 13, 2023: “Siemens Gamesa Plans Producing ‘Made in USA’ Offshore Wind Turbine Nacelles in New York”.