Helder Santos, a Blade Repair Technician at Global Wind Service, blends passion, teamwork, and technical skills to repair wind turbine blades. He emphasizes safety, responsibility, and adaptability, contributing to a sustainable future while enjoying the freedom his job provides.
Global Wind Service has made significant progress at the Baltic Power Offshore wind farm in the Polish Baltic Sea, installing ten turbines and erecting twenty towers. The project, featuring advanced Vestas V236 turbines, aims to provide 1.2 gigawatts of renewable energy.
Global Wind Service has completed the main installation phase at Sweden's Vitberget wind farm, successfully installing 24 turbines. This achievement supports the High Coast project and reinforces GWS's commitment to advancing sustainable energy and enhancing Europe's wind energy infrastructure.
Manuel and Guilherme, two brothers from Portugal, share more than just family ties, they are also teammates at Global Wind Service (GWS), working side by side on wind turbine projects in Sweden. Manuel was the first to join GWS nine years ago. “I heard good things about the company and decided to give it a try,” he says. His experience was positive that he encouraged his younger brother to join.
Global Wind Service has completed the installation of 22 Nordex N163 turbines at Sweden's Storhöjden Wind Farm. Work has now transitioned to the Vitberget site, where installation of an additional 24 turbines has begun, enhancing Sweden's clean energy development.
Global Wind Service has partnered with Zamość School Complex in Poland to train future wind industry experts. The collaboration offers hands-on training, industry expertise, workshops, and career support, reinforcing GWS's commitment to youth education and responsible industry leadership.
Global Wind Service has appointed Rasmus Ravn as COO, effective August 1st. With over 17 years in the wind industry, he brings extensive project management experience and strategic leadership to enhance operations and drive the company's growth and efficiency.
GWS extends Service & Maintenance Agreement Offshore Wind with Vattenfall for Horns Rev 1 Since 2009, GWS has played a key role in servicing Horns Rev 1. For over a decade GWS has been involved with Horns Rev 1, providing essential service and maintenance to ensure the continued efficiency of its turbines. In 2023 successfully completing two major component exchanges.
Global Wind Service har indgået et samarbejde med Skive College om at lancere et specialiseret elektrikeruddannelsesprogram for vindindustrien i Danmark med start i oktober 2025. Programmet kombinerer standard elektrikeruddannelse med vindindustrispecifikke færdigheder og fremmer udviklingen af arbejdsstyrken indenfor vedvarende energi.
Global Wind Service has partnered with Skive College to launch a specialized Wind Electrician educational program in Denmark, starting October 2025. The program combines traditional electrical training with wind industry-specific skills, addressing workforce demand and providing clear career paths for young adults.
Global Wind Service has completed its first secondary steel installation at Denmark's Thor Offshore Wind Farm, with 55 technicians on-site. The project, featuring 72 Siemens Gamesa turbines, aims for 1.1 gigawatts capacity, powering over one million households by 2027.
Global Wind Service is proud to contribute to the successful execution of the Noirmoutier Offshore Wind Farm and celebrate the milestone of installing its first wind turbine. This achievement demonstrates an important milestone in the project and reinforces France’s path towards its renewable energy goals.
Global Wind Service Academy has received approval from NKT to provide in-house "Plug and Play" training on CB72 cable accessories. This initiative enhances training, ensuring technicians gain essential skills while fostering reliability, teamwork, and development in the wind energy sector.
Meet Debra McCarra and read about her career path in Global Wind Service. Debra has been working for Global Wind Service 3 years. She has been working in the industrial business for about 20 years and has always been interested in the Wind Business. When her daughter went off to college Debra decided to go back on the road into the Wind Business
Ilayda Uce shares her experience at Global Wind Service, highlighting her role in managing immigration for renewable energy projects. Her work supports sustainable wind power initiatives, demonstrating adaptability and precision in navigating challenges, while contributing significantly to GWS's mission.
Global Wind Service (GWS) is delighted to announce we have been awarded a contract for RWE’s Thor Offshore Wind Farm project, further strengthening our position as a leading provider of offshore installation services. This contract focuses on the installation of 72 secondary structures on the monopile foundations.
At Global Wind Service, we recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions of women in our industry. International Women’s Day is an opportunity to highlight the talent and dedication of the women who help drive our success every day. One of those women is Denisa Ivanciu, who joined GWS in May 2021. What began as a new challenge quickly turned into a rewarding career.
Tomasz finds his greatest pride not in a single project but in the daily sense of contribution and collaboration he shares with his team. "Every project is special and unique," he explains. "What fulfills me most is knowing I’ve made a meaningful impact—whether through the quality of my work or by supporting a colleague.
Meet Graham Franklin, one of our HSE Field Officers, started his journey at Global Wind Service as a technician, gaining experience on the site. His dedication to safety and supporting his colleagues naturally led him to transition into his current role. Today, Graham combines his field expertise with a passion for creating a safe and supportive work environment for everyone.
Since its official establishment in September 2020, the Taiwanese Branch of Global Wind Service has seen rapid growth, driven by the GWS strategy to strengthen its presence in the Asia-Pacific region. We recently caught up with Ryan Chen, Country Manager, to discuss the branch's progress over the last few years, its growing workforce, key projects, and exciting upcoming developments.
