Suzlon�s German subsidiary REpower bags order for 219 mw

MUMBAI, July 31: Wind turbine-maker Suzlon Energy today said its German subsidiary REpower has bagged orders for supply of 219 mw machines worth 247 million euros (about Rs� ) in the June-July period in five countries.The fifth largest wind turbine supplier in terms of cumulative installed capacity, bagged orders in Australia, France, Germany, Italy and Poland, a statement issued here.�These orders clearly underscore the continuing momentum in the wind sector across the developed markets,� Suzlon Group chairman Tulsi Tanti said.He said the orders highlight its strong outlook and long-term business visibility driven by strong competitive global positioning as a group.The projects include several wind farms in Germany featuring REpower�s latest turbine models.The company�s global spread extends across Asia, Australia, Europe, Africa and North and South America with nearly 20,000 mw of installed capacity in 30 countries, operations across 33 countries and a workforce of over 13,000. (PTI)