Market Overview
The Europe direct drive wind turbine market was valued at USD 4.24 Billion in 2024. Forecasts indicate it will reach USD 9.14 Billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 8.90% over the period 2025-2033. Growth is driven by a shift towards renewable energy, improved efficiency and lower maintenance requirements, government support for offshore wind projects, advances in rare-earth magnet technology, improved grid integration, and rising investments in large-capacity wind farms.
Study Assumption Years
- Base Year: 2024
- Historical Year/Period: 2019-2024
- Forecast Year/Period: 2025-2033
Europe Direct Drive Wind Turbine Market Key Takeaways
- Current Market Size: USD 4.24 Billion in 2024
- CAGR: 8.90% during 2025-2033
- Forecast Period: 2025-2033
- Europe’s commitment to renewable energy has led to a surge in offshore wind energy projects, with 500 new offshore turbines installed in 2019, adding 3,627 MW capacity.
- Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy installed over 1,000 offshore wind turbines with direct drive systems as of 2019.
- Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generators (PMSG) are preferred in direct drive systems for their reliability and lighter weight in offshore use.
- Technological advancements include turbines from 1 MW to 3 MW, floating wind turbines, and 3D printing contributing to cost reduction.
- Integration of IoT and AI enables predictive maintenance, enhancing reliability and efficiency of direct drive systems.
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Market Growth Factors
Europe invests a lot in renewable energy. Offshore wind farms increase quickly. In 2019, over 500 offshore wind turbines were installed in Europe among 10 farms, totalling 3627 MW in new capacity. Direct drive wind turbines grew in popularity because a gearbox does not exist, which increases reliability and reduces maintenance costs. Companies such as Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy have a large share in the direct drive market. Over 1000 offshore wind turbines were installed as of 2019 with a number set to rise until 2025.
In addition, the development of new technologies has led to more efficient and cheaper turbines. Recent innovations include direct drive systems rated 1 to 3 MW, floating wind turbines and use of 3D printing in the construction of wind turbines. These developments have contributed to lower costs for offshore wind generation. Between 2010 and 2020, the LCOE of onshore wind energy fell by 56%, in part because of direct drive tecnhologies do not have a gearbox, reducing maintenance time and cost, and improving reliability of wind turbines.
IoT and artificial intelligence (AI) digitize to further improve maintenance and perform. Predictive maintenance permits operators to identify and address problems before they occur, thereby increasing efficiency. This digitalization trend, including predictive maintenance and performance monitoring, is expected to promote the expansion of direct drive wind turbine technology in the European wind power market.
Market Segmentation
The Europe direct drive wind turbine market is segmented by capacity, location of deployment, and country.
Capacity Insights:
- Less than 1 MW: This segment includes turbines with a capacity below 1 MW, catering to smaller scale deployments.
- Between 1 MW and 3 MW: This category covers medium-sized turbines optimal for a variety of applications.
- Greater than 3 MW: This segment comprises large-capacity turbines designed for large-scale power generation projects.
Location of Deployment Insights:
- Onshore: Wind turbines deployed on land.
- Offshore: Wind turbines deployed at sea or large water bodies, benefiting from stronger and more consistent wind speeds.
Country Insights:
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- Others: Covers additional European countries not listed individually.
Regional Insights
Europe’s offshore wind energy market is expanding rapidly, driven by strong governmental commitments to renewable energy. In 2019, Europe installed 500 offshore wind turbines, adding 3,627 MW capacity. The region’s preference for reliable and lightweight Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generators in direct drive systems supports offshore projects. This robust activity signals sustained market growth throughout the forecast period, with overall market size expected to nearly double by 2033.
Recent Developments & News
- August 2024: Bals/SelzEnergie, a German energy holding company, secured a 330-MW wind turbine contract in Germany. The contract involves supplying and installing 50 E-175 EP5 and seven E-138 EP3 turbines, constructing two transformer stations, and providing 20 years of turbine maintenance. Projects are in Rheinhessen and Lower Franconia with implementation through 2027.
- July 2024: Dutch wind turbine manufacturer EWT officially certified their DW54X-1MW Direct Drive onshore wind turbine. This turbine features a 54-meter rotor diameter with three hub heights, suitable for high wind speeds and resource locations. It was prototyped and tested in Greece.
Key Players
- Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
- Bals/SelzEnergie
- EWT
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