Vergnet
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Renewable energy, Wind power |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Founder | Marc Vergnet |
| Headquarters | Orléans , France |
Area served | Approximately 60 countries |
| Products | Wind turbines (5KW to 1MW), water pumps for African markets |
| Website | www |
Vergnet is a French enterprise specializing in the production of wind turbines, with its main office located in Orléans. Established in 1989 by Marc Vergnet, the firm conducts business across approximately 60 countries and manufactures water pumps tailored for African markets. Vergnet operates two manufacturing facilities in France: one in Ormes dedicated to turbine nacelle assembly, and another in Servian focused on the fabrication of essential turbine blades.
Focusing on two-bladed wind turbine designs, Vergnet provides units ranging from 5KW up to 1MW, featuring rotor diameters spanning 5m to 62m. The majority of their turbines fall within the 200KW to 300KW power output category. The company predominantly employs economical guyed towers for support structures, although some turbines utilize free-standing towers.
Vergnet’s turbines are engineered specifically for tropical climates found in regions such as the Caribbean, Africa, select areas of Asia, and South America. These machines are built to endure severe weather conditions including hurricanes by lowering close to the ground when necessary. Additionally, their self-erecting design facilitates straightforward installation on-site without requiring tall cranes.
History
Vergnet launched its inaugural power installations in La Désirade, Guadeloupe, in 1993.
In 2008, the company obtained a significant contract to supply 120 units of 1MW turbines for projects in Ethiopia.
The Amdjarass Wind Farm, recognized as Chad’s first wind energy facility, was established by Vergnet in 2016.
Bpifrance divested its shares in December 2017, transferring ownership to a consortium led by Patrick Werner, previously CEO of La Banque postale.
A consortium including Vergnet was awarded the contract for Niger’s Agadez hybrid power plant project in February 2020.
In June 2024, Vergnet entered the Dominican Republic market through the Guazuma wind development initiative.
External links
- Official website
- Financial analysis by a stock market expert (French)
- Report on Ethiopian contract (French)
- https://en.wind-turbine-models.com/manufacturers/36-vergnet (Available in English, French, German, and other languages)