FairWind has snatched up a massive contract from Vestas to install 44 turbines at the Sanquhar II Wind Farm in Scotland. The deal covers full installation services across the entire project, cementing what has already been a long-standing partnership between the two companies.
Location? Dumfries & Galloway and East Ayrshire. Not exactly tourist hotspots, but perfect for catching some serious wind.
When completed, Sanquhar II will become the UK’s fourth largest onshore wind farm. That’s not small potatoes. The project features Vestas EnVentus turbines and represents one of the biggest investments in UK energy infrastructure. Over 335,000 homes will get their power from this behemoth. Impressive, right?
Sanquhar II isn’t messing around—fourth largest UK onshore wind farm with enough juice for 335,000 homes. Big energy, bigger impact.
The numbers are staggering. We’re talking 1.2 terawatt hours of electricity annually. For those who care about the environment (which should be everyone, duh), that’s roughly 540,000 tonnes of CO₂ avoided each year. Onshore wind might not be sexy, but it’s cost-effective and homegrown—exactly what the UK energy sector needs right now.
Construction is already underway as of January 2026, with operations expected to kick off in 2027. The project is particularly significant as it’s an extension of Sanquhar onshore wind farm. CWP Energy Ltd is developing the project. The project aligns with the global renewable boom that saw 507 gigawatts of new capacity added in 2023 alone. The installation will help Scotland meet its commitment to sustainable energy and reduce carbon emissions in the electricity sector. Scotland’s renewable sector just got a major boost, though the locals probably won’t notice until the giant turbines start sprouting from the ground like metal trees.
The workforce is a mix of global experts and local hires. FairWind employs over 2,200 people worldwide, and they’re planning to expand their local presence. Good news for job seekers in the area.
The installation won’t be a walk in the park. Mountainous terrain and scattered turbine locations present challenges. But FairWind says they’ve got experience from similar projects in Northern and Central Europe. Safety first, or so they claim.
This contract is a big win for FairWind, which has been around since 2008. They’re clearly positioning themselves as major players in the UK renewable energy market. Not bad for a company that started just as the global economy was tanking.
References
- https://www.renewableenergymagazine.com/wind/fairwind-secures-contract-from-vestas-fora-sanquhara-20260109
- https://www.windtech-international.com/projects-and-contracts/fairwind-awarded-installation-contract-for-sanquhar-ii-wind-farm
- https://fairwind.com/en/fairwind-secures-installation-contract-from-vestas-for-sanquhar-ii-wind-farm/
- https://fairwind.com/en/fairwind-accelerates-asia-pacific-growth-strategy-with-japanese-partnership-agreement/
