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Global Wind Service
Global partner for your wind project
Global Wind Service (GWS) is a leading partner for wind turbine installation and service projects all around the globe.
Our skills base is highly specialised and focused on local knowledge and cross-...
Services
Our offerings span from large scale project execution – planning and execution including risk assessment, documentation, logistics, manning, tools, equipment, and cranes – to small, specialised teams, configured for specific tasks. ...
Track record
Check out the project maps below to learn more about our previous projects. We have run more than 2,000 projects in over 40 countries.
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Case Studies
Global Wind Service (GWS) is one of the most experienced independent service providers in the wind industry, having delivered more than 1.000 projects in over 40 countries worldwide.
Find our case studies on selected projects below...
Installation - Onshore & Offshore
We have offered installation services for onshore and offshore projects since 2008 and have an unrivalled track record.
Wind turbine installation is the cornerstone of our business and includes everything from pre-assembly, mechanic...
Pre-Assembly works
To minimise the risk of harm and delay due to offshore conditions, as much preparation work as possible is performed at the pre-assembly site prior to the load-out of the components.
We have a deep understanding and vast experience of th...
Service & Maintenance
Whether you need specific services carried out by an individual technician or a complete team, we have exactly the kind of professionals to match your task. Our extensive experience covers wind turbines from all major manufacturers and i...
Blade Maintenance
Big or small projects, onshore or offshore, we offer the complete package of blade services to match your needs. This includes everything from inspections, cleaning and painting to complex structural repairs and application of leading ed...
Repowering & Life-extension
Wind turbine repowering is all about getting the maximum value from the initial investment.
Replacing aging, generally smaller wind turbines and turbine parts with new and more efficient units leads to higher capacity and more efficient...
Statutory Inspection & Repair
Our offer within Statutory Inspections and Repair works is extensive. We have a full department devoted to nothing but this.
All our work is carried out following the highest standards. We are full member and fully accredited by LEEA and...
High Voltage
In Global Wind Service we offer comprehensive high voltage expertise to the wind industry. We provide specialist services operating in the voltage range between 10 kV and 400 kV, fully responsible for all aspects of the mounting, erectio...
About us
Global Wind Service is one of the largest companies in Europe offering full scope project solutions for onshore and offshore installation and servicing of wind turbines around the world. And we do it with the right people, tools and flex...
Organisation
Global Wind Service employ over 1,700 people globally. We are majority-owned by Fred. Olsen, a Norwegian conglomerate with a proud shipping heritage dating back to 1848.
Our home market is Europe, but we have expanded over the years and...
History
Global Wind Service A/S (GWS) was established in January 2008 by Lars Bo Petersen and Michael Nielsen, both of whom had many years of experience in the wind industry – in the field and in the management of installation and service projec...
Certification & Memberships
Being a part of leading industry networks and associations is important to us, just as having the right certification and accreditation is proof of the high quality of work.
Browse this page to learn more about our memberships, certifica...
HSEQ
Global Wind Service is committed to being recognised as a leading organisation for Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) management and hence committed to the protection of personnel, equipment, and the environment. In fulfillin...
GWS Academy
To further develop and strengthen technicians' competences and to ensure that we have professionals with the right skills, we are proud to introduce our newly expanded training initiative – the GWS Academy.
People focus remains a corners...
Entry level program
Are you interested in a career change and exploring the wind industry as a wind turbine technician? Look no further! Global Wind Service's Entry Level Program is the perfect opportunity for you. Join our team of experienced instructors i...
Media
Stay updated with our press releases and company announcements. Discover media resources such as images, videos, brochures, blog articles, and our social media channels.
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News archive
Stay up to date on our latest news about Global Wind Service and read interesting blog posts about our people, company and more.
Contact our Marketing & Communications department for any enquiries about news, PR, images and video.
Global Wind Service for Pomerania wind farm in Poland
Date: March 31, 2020
The Nordex Group has awarded Global Wind Service (GWS) with the pre-assembly, installation and completion scope for the 94 MW onshore windfarm Pomerania in Poland.
Global Wind Service awarded U.S. offshore project Costal of Virginia
Date: April 14, 2020
This week Global Wind Service (GWS) signed the contract with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy for pre-assembly and offshore installation of Costal of Virginia wind farm in the USA.
Global Wind Service on Wieringermeer extension
Date: April 15, 2020
We are pleased to announce that Nordex has chosen Global Wind Service (GWS) as one of their installation partners for the installation of Wieringermeer extension in the Netherlands.
Global Wind Service finish-up at East Anglia ONE pre-assembly site
Date: April 30, 2020
On April 30 of 2020, Global Wind Service (GWS) finished pre-assembly on the last of 102 Siemens SWT-7.0-154 offshore wind turbines for East Anglia ONE Offshore Wind Farm at the pre-assembly site in the port of Great...
Global Wind Service gains full LEEA membership
Date: May 7, 2020
We are extremely proud to announce that Global Wind Service (GWS) has obtained the highest membership possible with LEEA (The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association), the full membership.
Global Wind Service installs its 100th turbine in Spain for GE Renewable Energy
Date: June 29, 2020
We are pleased to announce that Global Wind Service (GWS) has just installed its 100th turbine in Spain for GE Renewable Energy.
Global Wind Service finish installation of Harvest Ridge
Date: July 2, 2020
This week, Global Wind Service finished installation at Harvest Ridge in Douglas Country, Illinois, USA
Global Wind Service selected as installation partner for Högaliden, Sweden
Date: July 6, 2020
Vestas North & Central Europe has awarded Global Wind Service (GWS) with the installation contract for the onshore wind project Högaliden in Sweden.
Final turbine installed at Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Pilot Project
Date: July 10, 2020
Thursday last week, Global Wind Service (GWS) and team installed the second and final turbine SWT-6.0-154 turbines at Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) pilot project.
Global Wind Service secures Crossdykes installation
Date: August 27, 2020
Nordex awarded Global Wind Service (GWS) with the installation of Crossdykes Wind Farm in Scotland
Nordex Group awards Global Wind Service additional work in the Netherlands
Date: September 24, 2020
Following the successful work at Wieringermeer and Wieringermeer Extension in the Netherlands, Nordex Group has awarded Global Wind Service (GWS) with more work in the country.
Global Wind Service opens branch in Taiwan to support increasing offshore wind demand
Date: October 20, 2020
Wind turbine installation and service company Global Wind Service (GWS) has established a local branch in Taiwan. GWS has been represented by a Fred. Olsen Ocean branch office in Taipei since end 2019 but has now...
Global Wind Service supporting pre-assemebly and installation of the world’s largest offshore floating wind farm
Date: November 12, 2020
Global Wind Service is currently mobilising to support MHI Vestas Offshore Wind with pre-assembly and installation activities on Kincardaine Offshore Floating Wind Farm.
Global Wind Service awarded Fryslân pre-assembly and Installation
Date: December 17, 2020
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy awarded Global Wind Service (GWS) with pre-assembly, transport, and offshore installation for all 89 turbines comprising Wind Farm Fryslân in the Netherlands.
Making a career in Global Wind Service – from Technician to Back Office
Date: January 27, 2021
Meet our colleague Serkan Rahimoglu from Turkey and read the story about his career development in Global Wind Service.
Global Wind Service install first Delta 4000 in the Netherlands at Ospeldijk Wind Farm
Date: March 18, 2021
Nordex has awarded Global Wind Service (GWS) with installation of 4 of the newest Nordex Delta 4000 N149 turbines on TS135 towers at Ospeldijk wind farm in Holland – the first Delta 4000 turbines to be installed by...
Strong forces join the commercial team
Date: May 6, 2021
Due to the continuous growth and development of Global Wind Service, the commercial team has just been increased with two new colleagues – both with strong wind experience. Meet Geert van der Meulen and Robert Wi...
Global Wind Service Opens Training Academy in Poland
Date: May 11, 2021
We are pleased to announce that Global Wind Service (GWS) has opened a Training Academy in Poland to further develop and strengthen our employees’ competences.
Global Wind Service technicians provides first aid to local citizen in Lithuania
Date: May 27, 2021
Working as a wind turbine technician requires first aid training in case of injury on site. But being a trained first aider also comes with a responsibility when not on site. Therefore, it was only natural for our tea...
Global Wind Service expands and relocates in Turkey
Date: June 1, 2021
Due to continued growth, Global Wind Service (GWS) expands its local footprint in the Turkish wind turbine installation and service market. The Turkish office has been moved to larger facilities in Istanbul to better...
Welcome to Ryan Chen, joining our Taiwanese office – 歡迎Ryan Chen加入我們台灣的辧公室
Date: June 22, 2021
Ryan (to the left in the photo) started his career in the semiconductor industry before joining Enercon as Sales Manager in Taiwan. He has also worked with a company representing Danish wind related companies and lat...
Making a career in Global Wind Service - from administrative all-rounder to Head of Global People Support
Date: July 1, 2021
Meet Monika Lübker from our company Headquarters in Denmark and read about her career path in Global Wind Service.
Global Wind Service awarded Lithuanian pipeline by GE Renewable Energy
Date: July 7, 2021
GE Renewable Energy awarded Global Wind Service (GWS) with the installation and completion of 38 cypress turbines across multiple sites in Lithuania.
Three Global Wind Service technicians provides lifesaving first aid at serious car accident in Holland
Date: August 5, 2021
A few months ago, we proudly published a story on the heroic actions of Global Wind Service (GWS) colleagues in Lithuania providing first aid to a local citizen in distress. The fact that our employees take responsi...
Global Wind Service to install first in the world Siemens Gamesa 5.X turbines in Sweden
Date: August 11, 2021
After the successful test installation of the new Siemens Gamesa 5.X turbine in collaboration with other ISP’s at Høvsøre test site in Denmark earlier this year, Global Wind Service (GWS) has been chosen as partner...
Large Crane & Installation contract to Global Wind Service US
Date: September 24, 2021
We are very pleased to announce that Global Wind Service US has been awarded with the crane and installation (C&I) scope for a very large wind farm in Texas, USA. Due to confidentiality considerations, we ar...
Global Wind Service ready for Phase II of EUDP project CORTIR
Date: September 30, 2021
Earlier this week a group of 26 companies from the wind industry, including Global Wind Service, kicked off phase II of the EUDP project: CORTIR. Phase II of the CORTIR project will focus on structural blade iss...
Global Wind Service opens business unit in Spain
Date: October 14, 2021
Wind turbine installation and service company Global Wind Service (GWS) opens a new business unit in Spain. The office is located in the city centre of Madrid close to the M-30 and public transportation.
Global Wind Service gains UKAS Category C accreditation for Statutory Inspections
Date: October 19, 2021
We are pleased to announce that, Wind turbine installation and service company Global Wind Service UK ltd (GWS) has just obtained UKAS Category C accreditation for Statutory Inspection Services.
Global Wind Service awarded Pre-Assembly for Greater Changhua, Taiwan
Date: November 1, 2021
We are pleased to announce that Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has awarded Global Wind Service Taiwan (GWS) with the pre-assembly scope for the Greater Changhua 1 & 2a Offshore Wind Farms. The project is deve...
Global Wind Service awarded pre-assembly support services for Seagreen offshore wind farm
Date: November 10, 2021
Following another successful collaboration with Vestas Offshore Wind on the Triton Knoll Pre-assembly project, we are delighted to announce the contractual award of the pre-assembly support services for Seagreen...
Global Wind Service secures installation of Saint Nazaire offshore wind farm in France
Date: February 22, 2022
We are very pleased to announce that GE renewable Energy has chosen Global Wind Service (GWS) as partner for the load-out and installation of the 80-turbine Saint Nazaire offshore wind farm.
Installation kick off at Windpark Greenport Venlo
Date: March 3, 2022
A few weeks ago, on-site activities started at Windpark Greenport Venlo in the Netherlands. Nordex Group awarded Global Wind Service installation of the eight turbines at the wind farm.
Aleksandra, Academy Program Manager – about work life, development, and motivation
Date: March 8, 2022
This International Women’s Day we would like you to meet one of our many incredible and inspiring women at Global Wind Service. #IWD2022 #BreakTheBias
Global Wind Service opens business unit in France
Date: March 10, 2022
Wind turbine installation and service company Global Wind Service (GWS) opens a new business unit in Nantes in France. This follows the recent award of the load-out and installation of the 80-turbine Saint Nazaire o...
Global Wind Service Supporting Ex-Military Career Transition
Date: March 24, 2022
Today both Mark and Rob are attending Mission Renewables National Transition Event at Silverstone racetrack in the UK. They will be offering career transition advice, guidance and potential job opportunities.
Sustainability and ethical impact in Global Wind Service - 2021 ESG report
Date: April 6, 2022
We are happy to share the 2021 ESG report. Learn more about how we work with sustainability and our ethical impact from the introduction letter by our CEO, Michael Høj Olsen or dive into the figures from the rest of...
Global Wind Service awarded half of Saint Nazaire service scope
Date: April 20, 2022
Following the award of Saint Nazaire, load-out and installation, GE Renewable Energy has selected Global Wind Service for 50 percent of the service and maintenance scope at the French offshore wind farm.
Installation works started on Nordex sites South Kyle and Oweninny 2
Date: May 23, 2022
Late last year Nordex Group awarded Global Wind Service (GWS) and BMS Heavy Cranes with the installation of South Kyle and Oweninny 2 wind farms in Scotland and Ireland, respectively, with GWS taking the Crane & I...
Pre-assembly works set to kick off for Arcadis Ost at Rønne Havn
Date: May 31, 2022
Global Wind Service (GWS) will shortly kick off works at Rønne Havn on the Danish Island Bornholm in The Baltic Sea. Vestas awarded GWS with pre-assembly labor support for Arcadis Ost. This follows projects like Seagr...
Global Wind Service A/S becomes IRATA member
Date: June 30, 2022
We are pleased to announce that wind turbine installation and service company Global Wind Service (GWS) has become an IRATA (Industrial Rope Access Trade Association) member company. It has been a clear goal for GWS...
Making a Career in Global Wind Service - Marian, Site Manager from Romania
Date: August 31, 2022
We sat down with Marian, one of our Site Managers from Romania, to learn more about his job, his career, and his thoughts about working for Global Wind Service.
Last turbine installed at Saint-Nazaire offshore wind farm
Date: September 7, 2022
Monday Sep 5th Global Wind Service technicians finished installing the very last turbine at Saint-Nazaire Offshore Wind farm in France.
How internal blade engineering capabilities help solve industry and client challenges
Date: September 19, 2022
To many, Global Wind Service (GWS), is solely an ISP providing project management and skilled labour for different blade maintenance projects. However, there is more to GWS than meets the eye. We have teamed up...
1-year anniversary at Global Wind Service Spain
Date: November 22, 2022
It is now one year since Global Wind Service Spain and the office in Madrid was established. Looking back on the past year, the local unit has grown from employing only our Area Manager Daniel Coronel, to now emp...
Global wind service wraps up at Nordex site Pottendijk
Date: November 28, 2022
Global Wind Service recently completed the installation at Energy Park Pottendijk in the Netherlands. The team installed 14 x N131/3600 TS84 turbines for Nordex Group over a period of 6 months.
Shell is the...
Growth at Global Wind Service’s local branch in Taiwan
Date: December 2, 2022
Two years after the establishment of Global Wind Service (GWS) Branch in Taiwan, the unit employs more than 20 locals in both office and field positions.
Global Wind Service partner up with Northland Power in the US
Date: December 5, 2022
Developer and owner Northland Power has awarded Global Wind Service (GWS) two installation projects in the state of New York, USA. It is the first time the two companies partner up directly.
Paving the way for future female technicians
Date: December 13, 2022
Wiola Smul is working as a blade technician at Global Wind Service (GWS). We have spoken with her about her journey, background, and what made her choose a male-dominated profession in the wind industry.
Global Wind Service celebrates 15 years in Wind
Date: January 4, 2023
Today, January 4th, 2023, Global Wind Service (GWS) celebrates its 15 year anniversary in wind. Since securing its first contract in Esbjerg, Denmark, GWS has worked on close to 2000 projects in 40 countries around...
Women in Wind – female colleagues in Global Wind Service
Date: March 8, 2023
It’s international Women’s Day and we thought we would take this opportunity to highlight some of all the remarkable women we have in Global Wind Service. According to the gender perspective report published by IRENA...
Global Wind Service secures full Fécamp pre-assembly scope
Date: April 13, 2023
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (Siemens Gamesa) has selected Global Wind Service (GWS) as partner for the complete pre-assembly scope for Parc éolien en mer de Fécamp in France.
Global Wind Service Academy signs agreement of cooperation with Maritime University of Szczecin
Date: June 1, 2023
On May 30th Global Wind Service Academy and Maritime University of Szczecin (MUS) officially joined forces in common mission to secure knowledge sharing about the wind industry amongst young people and help in the pro...
Get to know Global Wind Service Entry Program through the eyes of our technicians
Date: June 21, 2023
Meet some of our technicians who attended the GWS Entry Program. Learn about the feedback, expectations before coming on board and general satisfaction with the program from some of the many technicians we have had t...
GWS Academy head encouraging industry collaboration at the 10th International Maritime Congress in Poland
Date: June 30, 2023
The rapid growth of the wind industry, driven by the increasing preference for clean energy sources, presents significant challenges to European markets. This year's International Maritime Congress tackled various cru...
Global Wind Service appoints new COO
Date: July 4, 2023
Global Wind Service (GWS), a leading provider of wind turbine installation and service, is pleased to an-nounce the appointment of new Chief Operating Officer Nina H. Jensen effective August 1st. With her proven track...
GWS Academy achieves certification for GWO BTT Bolt Tightening Training as first in the European Union
Date: July 6, 2023
After more than a year of relentless dedication, Global Wind Service Academy has successfully obtained certification as the 2nd Training Provider in the world to deliver the GWO BTT Bolt Tightening Training, and the fi...
Mirela's Journey at GWS - Empowering Women in the Wind Industry
Date: July 7, 2023
Global Wind Service (GWS) is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. For us it is part of Being a Great Place to Work, which is one of our strategic priorities. We talked to Mirela, one of our...
Global Wind Service Academy open for external business
Date: August 10, 2023
Global Wind Service Academy was established in 2021 to take control over employee development and training and ensuring the right GWS mindset. Wind energy has never been more important than it is today and the need...
Global Wind Service names new CHRO
Date: August 14, 2023
Global Wind Service (GWS), a leading provider of turbine installation and service, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jens Bolvig as the company's new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective September...
Global Wind Service installing historic Vineyard Wind 1
Date: November 28, 2023
GE Vernova and Global Wind Service join forces at Vineyard Wind 1 installation. Earlier this year, GE Vernova selected Global Wind Service (GWS) as sole partner for the offshore installation of Vineyard Wind 1, th...
15 years of Global Wind Service – Meet the people from the very beginning
Date: December 27, 2023
As we celebrate the 15-year Anniversary of the Global Wind Service (GWS) this year, we also celebrate the individuals who have been instrumental in shaping our company. We spoke with some of our employees who’s be...
From Military to the Wind industry: Inspiring Stories of career transitions at Global Wind Service
Date: January 10, 2024
This series collects the stories of GWS colleagues, with different backgrounds and nationalities who all made the transition from the military to the wind industry.
Global Wind Service Set To Enter US Blade Repair Market in 2024
Date: February 19, 2024
We are pleased to announce, that we are gearing up to launch blade repair services in the United States during 2024. This strategic move comes on the heels of our strong track record in offering blade repair and m...
Global Wind Service opens a new UK office in Hull
Date: February 27, 2024
We are delighted to announce that we are expanding our local presence in the UK with the opening of a further office and team, located on the UK East Coast. For GWS Hull is an ideal base to further support Constru...
Global Wind Service Forms Strategic 3-Year Partnership with RWE to Support Offshore Wind Fleet Servicing in UK & German Waters
Date: February 29, 2024
Global Wind Service (GWS) is delighted to announce the commencement of a strategic three-year agreement with RWE, marking the beginning of a valuable collaboration aimed at bolstering RWE's new Fleet Servicing tea...
Global Wind Service appoints Thomas Bak Mathiasen as CCO
Date: March 4, 2024
Global Wind Service (GWS) announces a reshuffle in the senior management team, to further strengthen the company's position and enhance commercial business development operations. Thomas Bak Mathiasen, the former Sale...
Investing in Women's Success in the Wind Industry
Date: March 8, 2024
Celebrating International Women’s Day this year, we spotlight the infinite possibilities that come with a diverse workplace. At Global Wind Service (GWS), we honor the ethos of International Women's Day 2024, not only...
Meet Roy, Resource Manager in Taiwan
Date: May 14, 2024
At Global Wind Service (GWS), we are proud of our varied and committed team. This is the inspiring story of Roy Yang, a Resource Manager based in Taiwan, who has helped developing Global Wind Service in the region. Fr...
Completion of the Windplan Blauw
Date: June 6, 2024
We would like to proudly announce our successful completion of the installation of 24 GE 5.5MW turbines in WindplanBlauw, nearshore wind farm located in the Ijsselmeer, an inland lake in the Netherlands. The Windplan...
Events
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Join us
We strongly believe that securing a good customer experience lies in the hands of the people behind the company.
From our technicians, electricians and site managers to our accountants, sales staff and HSE specialists – everyone has a pa...
Meet the team
We are extremely proud of our loyal, committed, and talented employees. We have over 30 different nationalities working for Global Wind Service all over the world.
We have a variety of different positions ranging from office positi...
Open positions
Would you like to become part of our team?
If you would like to join our team, please register your CV and application with us online. It will be reviewed and carefully evaluated in relation to the position and skills required.
If you se...
Become a technician
The wind sector is one of the fastest-growing sectors of the economy worldwide over the past years therefore, the need for wind turbine technicians (also sometimes referred to as wind energy technicians) is becoming even more r...