Siemens Gamesa is set to enter a public-private partnership with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) to support the development of the country’s offshore wind sector, as part of broader efforts to strengthen domestic supply chains, a government official told Reuters.
The agreement will establish a framework for cooperation between the turbine manufacturer and Japanese stakeholders to build up local capabilities in offshore wind technology. Japan currently lacks domestic wind turbine manufacturers, and the government is seeking to attract international expertise to accelerate its renewable energy goals.
“Japan aims to promote collaborations with global players to develop a domestic supply chain,” a METI official said, according to the Reuters report.
As part of the initiative, Siemens Gamesa is also expected to sign a memorandum of understanding with Japanese electronics company TDK for the supply of magnets used in wind turbines.
The agreements were scheduled to be signed in Tokyo on Monday, the report said.
Earlier this month, METI signed a similar agreement with GE Vernova to advance cooperation in areas including wind power and hydrogen, as Japan looks to diversify its energy sources and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
Offshore wind is seen as a key pillar of Japan’s renewable energy strategy. However, domestic production challenges have led the government to pursue partnerships with international technology providers to support its energy transition.
