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German wind energy business REpower has been contracted by French company Maïa Eolis to supply turbines with a capacity of up to 250MW for onshore wind projects in France.

 

The modules are to be delivered over the next three years to 2015. Turbines supplied in this deal will have ratings of 2MW, 3.2MW and 3.4MW.

The deal strengthens a strategic alliance signed by the two companies in 2004. Maïa Eolis is a subsidiary of the Maïa Group and GDF Suez, which holds a 49 per cent stake.

Andreas Nauen, CEO of REpower, said, 'We are delighted that Maïa Eolis has confirmed REpower as strategic provider for wind turbines in the coming years. This agreement is the breakthrough of the REpower 3.XM series in France, after the successful ramp-up in other European markets so far. Moreover, our 3.XM series ideally suits the conditions on the French wind market.'

Christian Broy, managing director of Maïa Eolis, added, 'This agreement represents the logical continuation of our technology partnership and will allow Maïa Eolis to remain among the best wind energy producers in France.'