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.
The new office in Lowestoft is a strategic step that aligns with GWS’s future expansion plans. The facility provides the company with the space and resources needed to support the increasing demand for renewable energy services in the UK, but also reaffirms our long-term commitment to the United Kingdom and East Anglia.
Global Wind Service is excited to announce the successful conclusion of the first phase and the transition to the next phase of operations at the Amrumbank West Wind Farm. This milestone has been achieved through the close collaboration between RWE and GWS, creating a cohesive and effective shared team structure.
Global Wind Service highlights the successful transition of Rob, a former UK Armed Forces member, to a thriving career in the wind industry. With valuable skills and experience, military veterans like Rob are making a significant impact in the industry. GWS is committed to supporting ex-military personnel in their career transitions.
Florin, a Romanian employee at Global Wind Service, marked his 10-year anniversary in June 2024. Starting as a "rookie" technician, he transitioned to a back-office role in 2017 due to personal reasons. Florin now serves as a Resource Manager and Project Manager, enjoying creating successful project teams. He credits GWS for its supportive and respectful work environment.
Global Wind Service is pleased to announce the extension of their service contract for the Saint-Nazaire offshore wind farm, continuing their work on the 80 GE Haliade 150-6MW turbines. With a strong setup in St. Nazaire, GWS is committed to supporting the growth of France's offshore wind energy sector.
We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the installation of 24 GE 5.5MW turbines at WindplanBlauw, a nearshore wind farm in the Ijsselmeer, an inland lake in the Netherlands.
Developed and owned by SwifterwinT and Vattenfall AB, the Windplan Blauw project saw GE Vernova contracting with Global Wind Service for pre-assembly, main installation, and mechanical and electrical
