We are proud to announce that Gert B. Kragh-Jakobsen from Ørsted has been elected as the new Chairman of APQP4Wind, with Henning Bach Jokumsen from Vestas serving as Vice Chairman. Kim Schmidt Petersen from KK Wind Solutions continues in his role as Vice Chairman. Together, this Chairmanship will focus on strengthening industry collaboration, driving standardization and sustainability across the supply chain to enhance quality and reduce costs in the wind industry.

SGS has successfully completed its first online APQP4Wind Training course, marking a key milestone in expanding the global reach of APQP4Wind. This accomplishment not only highlights SGS’s commitment to providing professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance quality, efficiency, and sustainability in the wind industry, but it also makes the framework more accessible to a broader audience. Ultimately, this achievement aims to reduce supply chain risks in the rapidly growing wind energy sector.

Indore Speciality Materials, a subsidiary of Indore Composite Pvt. Ltd., has played a significant role in advancing pultrusion technology in India for over 25 years. By implementing the APQP4Wind methodology, the company has refined its processes and strengthened its position in the wind energy sector.

For more than 200 years, AkzoNobel has been specializing in color and protection through a journey of acquisitions and divestments, creating a focused paints and coatings business. The company focuses on sustainability and innovative technologies to enhance the efficiency and lifespan of its products. AkzoNobel has embraced the APQP4Wind framework to improve quality assurance and reinforce its commitment to customer satisfaction.

Exel Composites is one of the largest manufacturers of composite profiles and tubes made with pultrusion and pull-winding technologies and a forerunner in the global composite market. In 2023, as a strategic step, Exel Composites joined the APQP4Wind Community, aiming to strengthen its wind segment development.

The expanding APQP4Wind Community sees an increase in Utility company participation, culminating in the March 2024 release of the APQP4Wind Manual 1.3, which encompasses the entire wind power value chain. This version signifies a pivotal shift from a Wind Turbine OEM-Supplier relationship to a direct Customer-Supplier model, aiming to streamline processes and enhance efficiency within the industry.

Yinchuan Weili Transmission Technology Co., Ltd focuses on the precision transmission field of the new energy industry. Recognizing the importance of robust R&D and quality assurance methods in wind power, the company proudly joined APQP4Wind in 2023.

The year 2023 was full of memorable highlights for APQP4Wind. We celebrated 5th anniversary as an independent organization, welcomed more utility companies into the community, made great progress in the collaboration with the TIM Wind project, and enjoyed fruitful tours in China. At the beginning of an exciting new year, we would like to share these significant achievements from 2023, which have built a solid base for a fantastic 2024.