NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.,
May 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Diamond
WTG Engineering & Services, Inc., a group company of Mitsubishi
Heavy Industries, Ltd., and Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC, a
leading renewable energy company, today announced that Leeward has
extended for ten years Diamond's Maintenance & Service
Agreements ("MSAs") for five of Leeward's wind energy projects in
the United States. The combined
capacity of these renewable energy assets totals 564 megawatts, and
the projects spread across four different states: California, Colorado, New
Mexico and Texas.
"We are proud that Leeward Renewable Energy has selected Diamond
to service its wind farms which, in turn, contribute to America's
energy independence. Their decision is a reflection of the quality
of our technicians, our commitment to client service and the trust
Leeward has in our ability to address all aspects of wind turbine
operations," stated Harm Toren, President and CEO of Diamond.
The decade long agreement underscores Diamond's proven role as a
top tier Independent Service Provider ("ISP"). Diamond continues to
strategically position itself as a service-oriented, ISP leading
organization. As part of the Mitsubishi family, Diamond has evolved
into a company that provides integral solutions to developers and
wind farm owners. Diamond brings to customers a unique combination
of industry experience, engineering, research and development, and
proven project management and execution capabilities.
Scope of Work and Responsibilities under MSA Contract
Extensions
Diamond and Leeward finalized the extension of customized
Maintenance & Service Agreements under which Diamond will be
responsible for the performance of scheduled maintenance, minor
corrective repairs, gearbox management and supply of spare parts
for the following wind projects:
- Aragonne Mesa, 90 MW (New
Mexico)
- Buena Vista, 38 MW (California)
- Caprock, 80 MW (New Mexico)
- Cedar Creek, 221 MW
(Colorado)
- Sweet Water 3, 135 MW (Texas)
Mr. Toren continued, "Diamond will continue the expansion of its
ISP business focusing on quality solutions optimizing reliability
and reducing total cost of energy."
Leeward's Chief Executive Officer Greg
Wolf said, "These agreements further enhance Leeward's
ability to manage the level and variability of post warranty wind
farm costs. Leeward prioritizes refining and implementing its
response strategies to contain operating costs while maintaining
safe, efficient operations."
For additional information about Diamond WTG Engineering &
Services, Inc. including parts, services and career information,
please visit http://www.diamondwtg.com.
About Diamond WTG Engineering & Services, Inc.
Diamond WTG Engineering & Services, Inc. is headquartered in
Newport Beach, CA and has a
Logistics and Operations Center in Snyder, TX and blade facility in Santa Teresa, NM. The company provides
maintenance services, engineering support and/or wind turbine parts
for wind farms located in 11 different states with a combined
generation capacity exceeding 3,760 megawatts.
About Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC
Dallas-based Leeward Renewable
Energy, LLC is a growth-oriented limited partnership formed to own,
operate, develop and acquire a diversified portfolio of renewable
energy assets. Leeward maintains ownership and operating interests
in 17 wind farms comprising 1,515 megawatts across the United States. For more information about
Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC, visit www.leewardenergy.com.
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