Jan 9, 2026
FairWind secures Vestas contract for Sanquhar 2.
FairWind has obtained a contract from Vestas to handle the complete installation for 44 turbines at the Sanquhar 2 wind farm in Scotland.
The company noted that this project expands the current Sanquhar site in Dumfries & Galloway and East Ayrshire, making it the fourth largest onshore wind farm in the UK.
Once finished, Vestas’ EnVentus wind turbines will provide energy for over 335,000 homes each year and reduce approximately 540,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually. Construction has already begun, with operations expected to start in 2027 and an anticipated annual electricity generation of 1.2 terawatt hours when fully operational.
FairWind mentioned that it will utilize global experts alongside locally hired technicians to assist with turbine installation and develop a skilled local workforce.
The company highlighted that the site's mountainous landscape and extensive turbine spacing pose unique challenges, and it will leverage its experience from projects in northern and central Europe to ensure efficient execution.
René Damgaard, UKIE regional director at FairWind, expressed pride in contributing their global experience and technical skills to this significant project for Scotland's renewable energy field.
He emphasized the commitment to achieving the highest standards of precision, safety, and quality, ensuring the project is completed efficiently and responsibly.
This contract further enhances the long-standing collaboration between FairWind and Vestas, and the company looks forward to aiding in the successful implementation of this critical onshore wind initiative.
The company noted that this project expands the current Sanquhar site in Dumfries & Galloway and East Ayrshire, making it the fourth largest onshore wind farm in the UK.
Once finished, Vestas’ EnVentus wind turbines will provide energy for over 335,000 homes each year and reduce approximately 540,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually. Construction has already begun, with operations expected to start in 2027 and an anticipated annual electricity generation of 1.2 terawatt hours when fully operational.
FairWind mentioned that it will utilize global experts alongside locally hired technicians to assist with turbine installation and develop a skilled local workforce.
The company highlighted that the site's mountainous landscape and extensive turbine spacing pose unique challenges, and it will leverage its experience from projects in northern and central Europe to ensure efficient execution.
René Damgaard, UKIE regional director at FairWind, expressed pride in contributing their global experience and technical skills to this significant project for Scotland's renewable energy field.
He emphasized the commitment to achieving the highest standards of precision, safety, and quality, ensuring the project is completed efficiently and responsibly.
This contract further enhances the long-standing collaboration between FairWind and Vestas, and the company looks forward to aiding in the successful implementation of this critical onshore wind initiative.