Turbine Solutions has become the third company to secure funding through the Western Australian Government’s Wind Energy Manufacturing Co-Investment Program, receiving $453,230 in co-investment.
Administered by the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC), the funding will support the company’s transition into the rapidly growing wind energy sector.
The $906,460 project will leverage the company’s proven expertise in gas and oil turbine maintenance to deliver specialised services for wind turbines maintenance and refurbishment. The project is expected to create up to 15 new jobs and generate $11.2 million in new revenue over five years for the Western Australian company.
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In partnership with a global manufacturer of wind turbines, Turbine Solutions will focus on commercialising services such as bearing replacements and borescope inspections of main shafts which are critical to turbine performance and uptime.
Bearings enable the rotation of key components inside the nacelle, including the main shaft, gearbox, and generator. Their maintenance is complex, requiring precision tools, stringent safety protocols, and highly trained personnel, particularly given the remote locations and high-altitude environments in which turbines operate.
By leveraging its experience in the oil and gas sector, Turbine Solutions aims to reduce turbine downtime, improve safety, and deliver faster, locally delivered maintenance using customised tools and wind-specific training. Field trials at wind operational farms in Western Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales will validate Turbine Solutions’ expanded capabilities and processes.
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Western Australian Premier Roger Cook said, “Western Australia has the skills, ingenuity and industrial capability to lead the nation in renewable energy and advanced manufacturing.
“This investment in Turbine Solutions shows how local businesses can pivot their expertise in oil and gas into new clean energy industries, creating jobs and strengthening WA’s economy.
Wind Energy Manufacturing Co-Investment Program details, eligibility criteria and application portal can be found here.
