Ming Yang Smart Energy Group is considering building a wind turbine factory in Spain after the UK blocked its planned facility in Scotland over national security concerns. The company has been expanding its European hiring to build local presence and secure orders in a fast-growing offshore wind market. Ming Yang Europe CEO Horatio Evers said localization is “a key enabler” to win business and noted discussions with multiple project developers, emphasizing rising demand for competition. Europe’s

2026-04-22

Ming Yang Smart Energy Group is considering building a wind turbine factory in Spain after the UK blocked its planned facility in Scotland over national security concerns. The company has been expanding its European hiring to build local presence and secure orders in a fast-growing offshore wind market. Ming Yang Europe CEO Horatio Evers said localization is “a key enabler” to win business and noted discussions with multiple project developers, emphasizing rising demand for competition. Europe’s offshore wind sector is currently dominated by Vestas Wind Systems and Siemens Energy.