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EQS-News: Nordex Group receives orders for 295 MW from EDF Renewables in South Africa

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

End of March, EDF Renewables (South Africa) a subsidiary of EDF Renouveables and Electricité de France (EDF), placed orders with the Nordex Group for two wind energy projects in South Africa.

Key Points: 
  • End of March, EDF Renewables (South Africa) a subsidiary of EDF Renouveables and Electricité de France (EDF), placed orders with the Nordex Group for two wind energy projects in South Africa.
  • The Korosun 2 cluster, consisting of the Umsobomvu  and Hartebeesthoek projects, will comprise 50 N163/5.X turbines with a total capacity of 295 MW.
  • The Nordex Group will also be responsible for the maintenance and servicing of the turbines for a period of 20 years.
  • The Nordex Group is installing the N163/5.X turbines on tubular steel towers with a hub height of 118 metres.