SANY R.E.'s UNEX 43.6MW Wind Project

First Global Installation of 8MW Wind Turbine in Central Asia

On September 24, 2025, SANY Renewable Energy successfully completed the turbine hoisting at the Fort-Shevchenko UNEX 43.6MW Wind Farm in Tupkaragan District of Mangystau Region, Kazakhstan, with full grid connection anticipated in November.

The project marks the first overseas deployment of SANY R.E.'s 8.0MW-class turbine and more broadly, the first-ever global installation and commissioning of an 8 MW-class wind turbine in Central Asia. Simultaneously, setting a new record for the largest single-turbine capacity in the country, it represents a significant step forward in advancing Kazakhstan's wind power development.

The original wind farm was equipped with 2MW Vestas turbines. Through this upgrade, SANY Renewable Energy introduced efficient 8MW turbines with higher rating, which significantly reduces the number of turbine positions required to free up valuable land resources while maximizing the wind farm's overall power generation efficiency. Each new turbine features a 195-meter rotor diameter and a 110-meter hub height, providing substantially enhanced wind energy capture capabilities and superior power conversion efficiency.

Throughout project execution, SANY Renewable Energy team demonstrated outstanding engineering coordination and operational excellence. Leveraging local logistics and lifting resources, the project team implemented a modular transport and phased hoisting approach to manage the cross-border transport and on-site erection of large components, whereby each stage of the process was executed with high efficiency, strict safety control, and seamless coordination.

The UNEX Wind Farm is located along the Caspian Sea coast, an area characterized by high saline corrosion and significant fluctuations in climate and terrain, placing stringent demands on turbine reliability and long-term durability. To meet these challenges, SANY Renewable Energy deployed comprehensive anti-corrosion solutions specifically designed to resist the abrasive sea spray and salt-laden winds. Furthermore, tailored operation and maintenance plans have been developed to adapt to the region’s severe winter cold, frequent sandstorms, and high humidity to ensure reliable long-term turbine performance.

Once fully operational, the project is expected to generate 140.67GWh of clean electricity annually to continuously deliver stable renewable power to the local grid, while supporting the region's energy self-sufficiency and energy mix optimization.

The repowering project will not only significantly enhance power output and supply reliability at the wind farm but also deliver positive impacts on local employment, O&M expertise, and the broader wind energy supply chain. As the inaugural deployment of the 8 MW-class turbines in Kazakhstan, this project establishes a replicable roadmap for the deployment of large wind turbines across Central Asia, thus setting a new benchmark for high-quality regional wind power development.

SANY Renewable Energy remains fully committed to deeply engaging in the energy transition across Kazakhstan and the wider Central Asian region by continuing to provide products and technical solutions characterized by high reliability and superior efficiency to construct a greener and more sustainable energy future.