A MAJOR wind farm developer has made a commitment which it says signals its ongoing support for the Ayrshire economy.
Vattenfall, which created the 50-turbine South Kyle Wind Farm and has plans out for approval for the adjacent 11-turbine South Kyle Wind Farm II between New Cumnock and Dalmellington, has become a Platinum Partner with Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce.
Greencoat UK Wind purchased South Kyle Wind Farm from Vattenfall in 2023.
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Following over a decade of active membership, Vattenfall says it has now elevated its collaboration with the region’s leading business organisation to the exclusive top tier.
The commitment will see Vattenfall’s Ayrshire projects work closely with the Ayrshire Chamber to build local business awareness of onshore wind, develop local supply chain networks and highlight the growth opportunities being delivered by the renewable energy sector in south west Scotland.
Vattenfall’s approach during the construction of South Kyle Wind Farm saw the project spend over £40million with businesses in Ayrshire, Dumfries and Galloway whilst supporting hundreds of local jobs.
Simon Lejeune, lead project development manager at Vattenfall, said: “Vattenfall is delighted to become Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce’s only renewable-energy sector Platinum Partner.
"They are one of the country’s most active business organisations and share our ambitions to see Ayrshire’s economy flourish through investment and innovation.
"We look forward to developing this strategic collaboration and in particular supporting Ayrshire businesses to grasp supply chain opportunities associated with major renewable investments such as South Kyle II Wind Farm.”
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