QUÉBEC – June 18, 2025 – Global wind turbine manufacturer Vestas has secured a 124 MW order from EDF Power Solutions North America (EDFps) to supply 20 EnVentus V162-6.2 MW turbines for the Haute-Chaudière wind project in Québec. The order also includes a 10-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement to ensure high performance and reliability of the turbines.
Strategic Partnership with Long-Term Vision
The Haute-Chaudière Wind Project represents the latest in a decades-long collaboration between Vestas and EDFps, spanning over 2.9 GW of wind energy across North America. The project is one of three awarded by Hydro-Québec following a competitive tender and supports the province’s goal of adding 10 GW of wind capacity by 2035.
“This project shows how effective partnerships and technology can drive Québec’s clean energy future,” said Laura Beane, President of Vestas North America.
Local Jobs and Canadian Supply Chain
The project highlights local economic development, with Québec-based Marmen contracted to manufacture the wind turbine towers. This partnership is expected to support 130 direct jobs in Trois-Rivières.
“We’re proud to work with Canadian partners like Marmen to reinforce the importance of a domestic supply chain,” said Tristan Grimbert, CEO of EDFps North America.
Project Timeline and Impact
Turbine deliveries are scheduled for the second quarter of 2026, with commissioning planned for the fourth quarter. Once operational, Haute-Chaudière will supply clean electricity to tens of thousands of Québec homes while driving regional industrial development and contributing to the province’s energy transition goals.
FACTSHEET: Haute-Chaudière Wind Project
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Location: Granit RCM (Frontenac, Audet, Lac-Mégantic), Québec
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Turbines: 20 Vestas EnVentus V162-6.2 MW
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Total Capacity: 124 MW
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Developer: EDF Power Solutions North America
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Turbine Supplier: Vestas North America
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Tower Supplier: Marmen (Trois-Rivières)
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Job Creation: 130 direct jobs
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Service Agreement: 10-year AOM 5000
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Delivery Start: Q2 2026
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Commissioning: Q4 2026
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Grid Integration: Hydro-Québec distribution network
