Wind/Energy
Re-Wind Network completes first U.S. BladeBridge in Georgia
Beaverbrook Park now exhibits a 50-foot pedestrian bridge design consisting of a decommissioned wind blade flanked by two wooden decks.
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OceanWings demonstrate wind-assisted propulsion potential via Canopée
For the last two years, the vessel that transports components of the Ariane 6 rocket has proven the success and viability of its installed OceanWings, including fuel savings, aerodynamic performance and versatility.
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Oceanbird wing sails to demonstrate wind-based marine propulsion
Part of project Orcelle Horizon, the composites-intensive, 560-square-meter structure will undergo ground-based testing before installation on a demonstrator shipping vessel.
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The Crown Estate offshore wind investment boosts U.K. supply chain growth
The Crown Estate commits up to £400 million to enhance offshore wind infrastructure, supporting ports, manufacturing and research facilities.
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Hybrid composite architecture enables rigid wind propulsion solution for maritime decarbonization
GT Wings’ AirWing leverages aerospace engineering principles combined with hybrid glass and carbon fiber composite construction to deliver up to 30% fuel savings through compact, deck-compatible wind propulsion.
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Epsilon Composite, Toray Carbon Fibers Europe target composites in electrical infrastructure
A 15-year partnership collaborating on carbon fiber core conductors has culminated in numerous global projects like modernizing TenneT’s 400-kilovolt high-voltage grid.
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Acciona Energía’s Forty Mile wind farm begins operations
The renewable energy company’s largest wind facility built to date in North America features 49 Nordex turbines each with a capacity of 5.7 megawatts.
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Japan certifies Proteus tidal turbine, now exporting power to national grid
Following installation in the Naru Strait, the composite-bladed, 1.1-megawatt turbine has met all national requirements for safety and performance, a milestone to further tidal generation capacity.
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Composites end markets: Energy (2025)
Despite political and supply chain challenges, renewable and nuclear energy continue to grow in use. Composite materials enable current and future energy technologies across sectors.
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Isodan mobile recycling plant supports fiberglass, composites processing at Greater Renewable of Iowa
Now operational, the containerized plant enables GRI to process up to 20,000 pounds of end-of-life wind blades per shift, opening the way for repurposing opportunities.
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