July 12, 2010
Suzlon wins 19.8 MW repeat order from the Malpani Group
Fifth order to Suzlon from the Malpani Group
New order to take the Malpani Group wind portfolio to over 65 MW
Pune: Suzlon Energy Limited (SEL), the worlds third leading* and Indias largest wind
turbine manufacturer has won a repeat order from the Malpani Group to set up, operate and
maintain two new wind power projects totaling 19.8 MW capacity, in the states of Karnataka
and Maharashtra.
Malpani Group is a renowned business conglomerate in the state of Maharashtra; with
business interest in agro, leisure business, real estate, entertainment, farming, finance,
transport, tea in addition to wind energy. The Groups operational wind power projects of
46.85 MW are located across Maharashtra, Karnataka and Rajasthan.
This is the fifth order to Suzlon by the Malpani group, which underlines their commitment to
wind energy and trust in Suzlons value proposition and capabilities. The 19.8 MW order
comprises of eight units of Suzlons S88 - 2.1 MW and two units of Suzlons S82 1.5 MW
wind turbine generators (WTG) to be commissioned in the states of Karnataka and
Maharashtra respectively. This project will take Malpani Groups total wind capacity to more
than 65 MW.
Speaking on the subject, Mr. Rajesh Malpani Partner, Malpani Group, said: We have
been advocating green energy since our inception, acknowledging its importance in
mitigating the challenges of global warming. Our sustained partnership with Suzlon, a leader
in the wind energy segment, helps us in this green endeavor. We have a great working
relationship with them and hope to continue this going forward.
Speaking on the project, Mr. Ashok DSa, President South Asia and Middle East -
Suzlon Energy Limited, said: We thank the Malpani group for showing confidence in
Suzlons expertise and capabilities in delivering sustainable wind power solutions. We take
pride in our association with them and look forward to strengthening our relationship.
