The Nordex Group is entering the Albanian market for the first time with an order from Austrian energy company VERBUND to supply and install twelve N163/6.X wind turbines for an 84 MW wind farm, project Spille, in Albania. The contract also includes a 15-year Premium Service agreement. This project represents the first wind energy development in Albania, according to the announcement covered by NEWMEDIAWIRE.
VERBUND was awarded the contract following an international tender, highlighting the company’s commitment to supporting the country’s energy transition. Dietmar Reiner, Managing Director VERBUND Green Power, said: “The project Spille, Albania's first wind farm, marks a significant milestone in Albania´s energy transition and represents an important step forward for our growth strategy. Nordex's expertise and commitment give us full confidence in this project, and our long-term partnership is founded on shared values and a shared vision for the future. Starting this journey together makes the project even more valuable to us.”
Jose Luis Blanco, CEO of the Nordex Group, commented: “Entering a new market is always an important milestone for us, and we are very pleased to take this step in Albania together with VERBUND. The Spille project demonstrates the growing opportunities for wind energy in the country. With our N163/6.X technology and our long-term service offering, we look forward to contributing to the further diversification of Albania’s renewable energy mix.”
The Spille wind farm will be built around 50 kilometres south of the port city of Durres. Nordex will supply the N163/6.X turbines on tubular steel towers with hub heights of 113 metres. Commissioning of the wind farm is planned for spring 2028. The Spille contract builds on the cooperation between Nordex and VERBUND Green Power. In January 2026, the companies signed a multi-year framework agreement covering the potential supply of up to 700 MW of wind turbines for projects in six European markets, with Albania among the countries identified.
Albania’s electricity system has traditionally been strongly based on hydropower, while the country is seeking to further diversify its renewable generation mix through technologies including wind and solar power. This project therefore represents a significant step in reducing the country's reliance on a single renewable source and enhancing energy security.
For Nordex, the order expands its footprint to a new market and reinforces its position in Europe, where it has already commissioned substantial capacity. The company has commissioned more than 67 GW of wind power capacity in over 40 markets since 1985 and generated consolidated sales of around EUR 7.6 billion in 2025. For VERBUND, Austria’s leading energy company and one of Europe’s largest hydroelectricity producers, the Spille project supports its growth strategy and international expansion. Further information about VERBUND is available at www.verbund.com.
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