The global wind energy sector continues its strong upward trajectory, with total installed capacity surpassing 1,229 GW in 2026 and over 165 GW added in the past year alone. This surge reflects increased investment in renewables, major changes in turbine efficiency, scalability, and innovation. As the world accelerates its shift toward clean energy, the competition among wind turbine manufacturers is at an all-time high.

Top 5 wind turbine manufacturers in the world including Vestas, Siemens Gamesa, Goldwind, GE Vernova and Envision energy continue to dominate global wind turbine markets with massive installed bases and expanding order books.

This article ranking highlights the top 15 makers of wind turbines worldwide, according to their installed capacity as of May 2026.

List of Top 15 Wind Turbine Manufacturers in the World 2026 (according to latest capacity)

Vestas (Vestas Wind Systems A/S)

Vestas Wind Systems A/S ( Vestas ) is the largest wind turbine manufacturer/supplier in the world with an installed capacity of more than 203 GW including 11 GW of offshore wind turbines. The Danish wind turbine maker holds over 19% of the world wind turbine market. Vestas North America is an established market player with 49 GW (installed) and 43 GW (under service) in Canada and the U.S.

Vestas offers a wide range of wind turbine models, here are the top ones:

Customized solutions, a wide geographic diversification strategy, and the unique Active Output Management® (AOM) service concept are some of the key differentiators that have helped Vestas achieve the highest energy output at the lowest cost and value chain optimization in the wind energy sector.

In April 2025, Vestas announced one of the world’s most powerful wind turbine models, the V236-15.0MW offshore prototype. Standing 280 meters tall with a 236-meter rotor diameter, the turbine can generate 80 GWh annually and power around 20,000 European homes.

After testing at Østerild Test Center in Denmark, it will be deployed at Denmark’s Frederikshavn wind farm. The V236-15.0MW has also been selected for major projects, including the Atlantic Shores offshore wind farm and New York’s Empire Wind 1 and Empire Wind 2.

In the first quarter of 2026, the company plans to invest more than EUR 250 million in Scotland in a new nacelle and hub factory for its V236-15.0 MW offshore wind turbine. In Japan, Vestas signed an agreement with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) to support the development of a domestic wind turbine manufacturing base.

Goldwind

Goldwind is the largest wind turbine manufacturer in China and second in the world in terms of installed capacity. The Chinese manufacturer has installed around 163 GW of wind energy around the world.

The company manufactures smart wind turbines that are safer and more reliable with better environment adaptability, grid-friendly connection, and higher wind power generation. Goldwind’s digital wind farms are equipped with smart sensors for smart wind turbine management.

Smart onshore wind power solutions include:

• Wind project planning

• Wind measurement and mapping

• Microsite selection

• Optimal wind turbine design

Smart offshore wind power solutions include:

• Offshore wind farm development and capacity evaluation

• iDO (Integrated Design Offshore Platform) offshore wind farm engineering

• Offshore wind farm O&M (operations and maintenance) and dispatch management

• Offshore wind power training

 Goldwind’s proprietary Permanent Magnet Direct-Drive technology maximizes turbine availability and lowers overall costs. The core technology provides high and low-voltage ride-through capabilities.

Goldwind achieved several major milestones across global wind energy markets. The company collaborated with China Three Gorges (CTG) to install the world’s first offshore 20 MW wind turbine in Fujian, China, marking a global industry first. 

In Oman, Goldwind completed the installation of the first 6.5 MW turbine at the Riyah 2 wind farm, developed with OQ Alternative Energy and TotalEnergies. Additionally, Goldwind signed an agreement with Dere Construction to establish a wind turbine blade manufacturing facility in Turkey.

SGRE (Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy)

Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) is the third largest wind turbine producer in the world with an installed capacity around 146+ GW. The leading renewable energy company supplies offshore and onshore wind turbines and carries out services for them.

In 1991, Bonus Energy (later acquired by Siemens AG) built the world’s first offshore wind farm at Vindeby, with a capacity of 4.95 MW. SGRE is a wind power pioneer from establishing a new-age wind turbine blade factory to major R&D facilities for wind turbine technology, the company has forged a powerful presence in the wind industry.

Top wind turbine models of Siemens Gamesa:

Siemens Gamesa announced several key offshore wind developments in the first quarter of 2026. The company signed a Capacity Reservation Agreement (CRA) with Haesong Offshore Wind for the Haesong Offshore Wind 1 and 3 projects and entered a 10-year operations and maintenance agreement with Fred. Olsen Windcarrier for offshore wind farms using Siemens Gamesa turbines.

The company is also supporting major offshore installations globally, including turbine deployment at RWE’s 1.1 GW Thor offshore wind farm in Denmark, while monopile installation activities progressed at the Hornsea 3 project in the UK and the 1.5 GW Baltica 2 offshore wind farm in Poland.

GE Vernova (GE Renewable Energy)

GE Vernova was formed from the merger and subsequent spin-off of General Electric's energy businesses in 2024. The company has more than 120+ GW of wind turbine capacity installed across the world. GE Renewable Energy was created in 2015, combining the wind power assets GE purchased from Alstom with those previously owned by GE and operated under the Power & Water division.

GE Renewable Energy has installed over 400 GW of clean, renewable energy by combining hydro, onshore and offshore wind, and other technologies.

GE Vernova’s wind portfolio includes:

• Onshore wind turbines (2 MW Platform, Sierra Platform, 3 MW Platform, and Cypress Platform)

• Offshore wind turbines (Haliade-X and Haliade 150-6 MW)

• Wind turbine blades (boost performance while minimizing wind turbine load)

The next-generation Sierra onshore wind turbine is based on GE’s patented Advanced Loads Control System. According to GE Renewable Energy, Haliade-X is the world’s most powerful offshore wind turbine with an industry-leading capacity factor (63%), a 220-meter rotor, and a 107-meter blade.

As the world’s largest offshore wind project, the 3.6 GW Dogger Bank wind farm in the North Sea will use GE’s Haliade-X turbines to generate electricity for more than 4.5 million UK homes.

GE Vernova expanded its European onshore wind presence through new turbine supply agreements in Italy and Spain. The company was selected by IVPC Group to deliver 17 units of its 6.1 MW-158 m turbines for the Fortore wind farm in Italy and also signed an agreement with Renovalia to supply 15 turbines for the Santa Maria de las Fuentes wind farm in Spain.

ENERCON (ENERCON GmbH)

ENERCON ( ENERCON GmbH) is a leading German wind turbine manufacturer with over 30 years of experience in global wind energy projects. ENERCON provides tried-and-tested turbines in different output levels and wind class designs suitable for locations with medium and strong winds.

ENERCON installed a total wind turbine capacity of 65+ GW worldwide. More than 32,000 wind turbines have been designed, produced and commissioned in 50 countries by the company consisting of about 60 conventional power plants.

ENERCON’s product portfolio includes:

• EP 5 (includes E-160 EP5)

• EP 3 (variants include E-138 EP3 and E-115 EP3)

• EP 2 (variants include E-92, E-82, and E-70 E4)

ENERCON also provides integrated solutions for optimal grid integration in compliance with demanding international grid codes and local grid operators’ stringent technical requirements regarding the electrical performance of wind energy converters (WECs) and wind farms (WFs).

In May 2026, Enercon announced plans to invest EUR 50 million in a new rotor blade manufacturing facility in Bergama, İzmir, Turkey. The plant, targeted to begin operations in the fourth quarter of 2026, is expected to create around 700 direct jobs and initially produce up to 150 rotor blade sets annually for domestic and future export markets across Eastern and Southern Europe.

Nordex (Nordex SE)

Nordex ( Nordex SE) provides cost-efficient and high-yield wind turbines. The acquisition of Acciona Windpower made Nordex a major force to reckon with in the wind industry. The company, as one of the largest wind generator manufacturers, has installed over 57 GW of wind turbines as of May 2026.

The Nordex Group provides financially and technically competent multi-megawatt onshore turbines for every wind strength (light, medium, and strong) and climate zone. The company serves a variety of markets, including those with limited grid availability and limited land availability. 

Its Competence Centre ensures the highest possible yield for customers. Also, the spare parts management makes the worldwide supply of wind turbine spare parts accessible 365 days a year.

Nordex wind turbine models:

In Q1 2026, Nordex Group reported 1.9 GW of new order intake in its Projects segment, with orders for 292 wind turbines across 13 countries. The company noted a stable pricing environment, with average sales prices rising to EUR 0.91 million/MW, while Germany, Türkiye, and Sweden emerged as its strongest markets during the quarter.

Mingyang (Mingyang Smart Energy)

Mingyang ( Mingyang Smart Energy) specializes in the design and development of megawatt wind turbines and high-end equipment. The Chinese company has installed 55+ GW of wind turbines across the world as of May 2026.

Mingyang’s wind turbine products are based on the wind turbine generator system (WTGS) platform that runs on an advanced semi-direct drive compact transmission technology.

The product portfolio includes:

Mingyang Smart Energy is expanding its European strategy by exploring new manufacturing locations, including Spain, after the cancellation of its planned GBP 1.5 billion manufacturing hub in Scotland. The company has also shifted its wind turbine R&D activities to Hamburg, Germany, to develop “European-approved” turbine designs aimed at strengthening its presence in the European and global markets.

Envision (Envision Energy)

Envision ( Envision Energy) is one of the biggest windmill turbine manufacturers in the world with a network of engineering centers and R&D spanning China, Denmark, Germany, Japan, Singapore and US.

Envision’s products and technical services encompass:

• Smart Wind Turbines: Envision offers onshore and offshore smart wind turbines across 2.X MW to 6.X MW platforms, designed to improve energy yield, reduce downtime, and optimize performance.

• Smart Wind Farm Solutions: Provides full lifecycle wind farm management, including site selection, wind resource assessment, engineering design, and EnOS Smart Wind software for operational efficiency.

• Distributed Wind Power: Grid-friendly distributed smart wind turbines deliver localized clean energy while supporting environmental sustainability.

• Energy Storage Systems (ESS): Customizable energy storage solutions suitable for indoor and outdoor applications, ranging from urban areas to remote wind farms.

In May 2026, Envision Energy expanded its global renewable energy footprint through new projects in Canada and Türkiye. The company signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Cape Breton China Corp to develop a 300 MW integrated wind and energy storage project in Nova Scotia and Canada. 

Also, the company partnered with Menderes Tekstil to develop the 120 MW Beğendik Wind Power Project in Türkiye, supporting renewable energy growth and industrial decarbonisation.

SANY (Sany Renewable Energy)

Sany Renewable Energy Co., Ltd. (Sany Renewable Energy or SANY) is a subsidiary of the SANY Group . SANY Group specializes in construction machines and other offerings, such as piling machinery, port machinery, road machinery, hydraulic excavators, wind turbines, and precision digital controls. SANY is among the leading wind power manufacturers in the world.

Sany Renewable Energy provides digital wind farm and O&M solutions. Its product portfolio includes:

Wind turbines:

• 4.X MW~6.X MW (for mid-to-high wind speed areas)

• 3.X MW~4.X MW (for medium-high and low wind speed areas)

SANY leads the wind turbine market around the world with an installed capacity of 39 GW of wind energy as of May 2026. The main advantages of these wind turbines are high-cost performance, high energy production, high reliability, and a wide range of customization.

Wind turbine blade production bases.

SANY Group advanced discussions with Egypt’s Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy regarding plans to establish the country’s first wind turbine manufacturing plant. The project aims to support local renewable energy equipment production and facilitate technology transfer alongside the development of 2,000 MW of wind energy projects in Egypt.

Suzlon Group

Suzlon is one of the largest wind turbine manufacturers in the world, with a global footprint spanning 21.5 GW of installed wind capacity across 17 countries on six continents. Founded in 1995, the company has established itself as the largest wind turbine manufacturer in India, where it holds a dominant market position with over 15,100 MW of installed capacity.

Backed by 14 manufacturing facilities and a workforce of more than 7,700, Suzlon offers end-to-end services through its pioneering ‘Concept to Commissioning’ model and continues to expand into wind-solar hybrid solutions.

Wind turbine models by Suzlon:

Suzlon, the largest original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in India, has registered 21 wind turbines. Here are the top wind turbine models by Suzlon:

• Suzlon S111 - 2.1 MW

• Suzlon S120 - 2.1 MW

• Suzlon S128 - 2.6 MW

• Suzlon S146 - 4.2 MW

• Suzlon S154 - 4.2 MW

In 2026, Suzlon launched its new “Blue Sky” platform at WindEurope 2026, introducing the S175 (5 MW) and S163 (6.3 MW) turbines targeting European wind markets as part of its Suzlon 2.0 strategy. 

The company also secured a 100 MW wind energy project from GAIL in Maharashtra, marking its sixth repeat order from the PSU and supporting the decarbonisation of GAIL’s upcoming petrochemical plant.

SEwind (Shanghai Electric Wind Power Group Co., Ltd.)

Shanghai Electric Wind Power Group Co., Ltd. (SEwind) specializes in energy equipment, industrial equipment, and full lifecycle integration services for equipment. The company has installed more than 11 GW of wind turbines contributing to the global renewable energy mix.

The company’s expertise spans wind turbine generator design and manufacturing, wind farm O&M, wind resource evaluation, wind farm asset management, and more. The company has also developed an anti-typhoon strategy to minimize wind turbine risk.

Here are the different wind turbine products of SEwind:

Windey (Zhejiang Windey Co., Ltd.)

Windey is China’s earliest wind turbine manufacturer and a pioneer in the country’s wind power development history. Zhejiang Windey Co., Ltd. (Windey) specializes in the investments and operations of wind farms and the entire life cycle of wind power projects. As one of the largest wind turbine manufacturers in the market, Windey installed 10+ GW of wind energy as of May 2026.

Windey’s wind turbine product portfolio includes:

• 2.X MW Series (built for complex terrain and wind conditions)

• 2.5 MW Series (built for mountainous areas exposed to a low wind speed)

• 3.X MW Series (built for inland areas exposed to a medium or high wind speed)

• 5 MW Series (suitable for the marine environment)

DEC (Dongfang Electric Corporation)

Dongfang Electric Corporation (DEC) is one of the biggest wind mill manufacturers that has grown into one of the world’s key players in power-generating equipment manufacturing and internal project contracting.

DEC’s comprehensive product portfolio comprises the following units:

• Electric and electronic automatic control

• Environmental conservation

• Gas turbine

• Hydropower

• Nuclear power

• Seawater desalination

• Solar power

• Thermal power

• Wind power

DEC provides a full range of customized service solutions, such as overhaul and repair, O&M, upgrading and modification, spare parts, and LTAP (load technical assistance program) services.

CSSC (China Haizhuang)

China Haizhuang is the leading company in China's wind energy sector. It is also known as China Shipbuilding Corporation Haizhuang Wind Power Co., Ltd. 

CSSC is the biggest machinery group and the first company in China with a complete supply chain in the wind power sector, including:

• Wind turbine components manufacturing

• Wind turbine R&D and manufacturing

• Offshore wind project construction and installation

• Offshore transmission line installation

China Haizhuang’s onshore and offshore solutions comprise:

• Project planning and site selection

• EPC engineering construction

• Wind farm smart operation

• After-sales service

• Offshore wind power development

• Intelligent O&M system

• Wind farm warning

• Systematic training

CSSC Haizhuang has unveiled two next-generation wind turbine platforms: the H305-25MW offshore turbine and the H242-12.5MW onshore turbine. Engineered for medium and high wind speed conditions, these models mark a significant advancement in performance and sustainability.

CRRC (CRRC Wind Power (Shandong) Co., Ltd.)

CRRC Wind Power (Shandong) Co., Ltd., or CRRC, is a large-scale wind power equipment manufacturer established by the merger of CNR and CSR. CRRC is a key player in China’s rail transit equipment manufacturing industry and offers a diverse portfolio of products like high-power locomotives and railway freight cars.

The company’s specialties comprise rolling stock, components, and other products such as construction machinery and wind turbines.

The Chinese major’s wind power equipment expertise includes:

• R&D, manufacturing, and sales (wind power equipment and main components)

• Project design, construction, and technical service

CRCC’s wind turbine products include:

• 1.5 MW gearbox for wind turbine

• 1.65 MW gearbox for wind turbine

• 2 MW gearbox for wind turbine

• 2.5 MW gearbox for wind turbine

• Type WT1500 wind turbine

• Type WT1650 wind turbine

• Type WT2000 wind turbine

• Type WT2500 wind turbine

CRCC’s wind products are suitable for a variety of application environments (such as coastal and low-speed wind farms) and land conditions (such as plain and plateau).

CRRC Shandong Wind Power has filed a patent application with the World Intellectual Property Organisation for an assistive bearing housing structure and a gearbox testing method for wind turbine transmission chains.

The design aims to streamline factory testing by allowing modular connections and simplified assembly, potentially improving efficiency and reducing production time in wind turbine manufacturing.

Conclusion

The global wind energy industry continues to grow as countries increase renewable energy capacity to improve energy security and meet climate goals. Wind turbine manufacturers compete by focusing on lower costs, better grid integration, higher efficiency, and reliable performance. Onshore wind installations remain steady, while the offshore wind sector is expanding rapidly and creating new opportunities for manufacturers, especially in Asia-Pacific markets. 

Established companies are using their experience and technology to strengthen their market position, while newer players are working to expand their presence in the industry. Wind energy remains a key part of the global energy transition because it offers a clean, abundant, and sustainable source of power.

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