A major milestone for wind power logistics
This accomplishment highlights the growing importance of wind energy equipment logistics in China. Yangzhou Port has become a central hub in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River for loading and unloading wind power components, streamlining the movement of massive turbine parts.
The 436-foot-long blade represents the industry’s push toward larger, more powerful wind turbines. Another significant development in China’s wind sector is the planned 25 MW offshore wind turbine led by China Eastern Electric Group.
With a hub height of 607 feet (185 meters), this enormous turbine is designed for deep-sea installations and aims to boost wind energy efficiency. However, such ambitious ventures do face setbacks; reports emerged last December that the MySE18.X-20MW prototype’s “typhoon-proof” blades broke off. Although the prototype survived a typhoon in September, mechanical and weather-related challenges remain concerning.