Driving Europe's Wind Power: 

Pioneering Blade Innovation with a Special Focus on the UK

Blades Europe took place on 29-30 April in Edinburgh


The only event in Europe dedicated to wind blade performance and it delivered!

 

A massive thank you to our outstanding speakers and sponsors for their contributions, and of course, to every attendee who helped make Blades Europe 2025 such an engaging and memorable experience.

 

It was a jam-packed two days full of insightful discussions, networking and plenty of valuable knowledge to takeaway into the rest of the year. 

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Tuesday 29 April - Wednesday 30 April 2025

Venue: Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh


Presented by WINDPOWER Monthly Magazine, Blades Europe 2025 is your gateway to the cutting edge of wind blade performance and maintenance. Over two days, engage with industry leaders, engineers, and innovators as they explore new technologies, challenges, and trends in wind energy.

With a focus on the UK's wind sector and new government initiatives, this event offers a unique chance to connect with local operators. The agenda includes keynotes, workshops, and panels on critical blade technology issues, from advanced inspections to repair techniques. The event will also focus on key challenges such as data standardisation, leading-edge erosion repair solutions, drone and  internal inspections, and the challenges posed by larger blades.

Be at the heart of the wind energy revolution with Blades Europe 2025. The only European event solely dedicated to wind blade performance. 


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THIS YEAR'S DELEGATES INCLUDED:

A Message From Our Editor


"I'm looking forward to an excellent programme at Blades Europe 2025 in Edinburgh. 

Presentations on how turbine blades in the near future may have to withstand more extreme weather events due to climate change and discussions and case studies focused on the latest advanced maintenance techniques, promise a fascinating insight into this specialised sector of the wind industry"


Claire Warren, editor-in-chief of Windpower Monthly.

Windpower Monthly

Presented by Windpower Monthly, the premier global media brand dedicated to the wind power industry since 1985, Blades Europe is your gateway to the cutting-edge world of wind blade performance and maintenance. Over two dynamic days in Scotland, join industry leaders, engineers, and innovators as they explore groundbreaking technologies, critical challenges, and future trends in wind energy.

Blades Europe 2025 is set to be the leading platform for professionals in the wind energy sector across Europe. Focusing exclusively on wind blade performance and maintenance, the event provides a unique opportunity to dive deep into the most pressing issues affecting the industry.

WHY THIS EVENT?

With new government initiatives fast-tracking onshore wind expansion, this year’s event in Scotland offers...

Exclusive Access to Regional Expertise:

With Scotland hosting this year's event, you'll gain unique access to insights on UK government initiatives and regulatory standards that are fast-tracking onshore wind expansion. Engage with local industry leaders to understand the impact of these policies on blade technology and operations across Europe. The event also offers deep dives into cutting-edge inspection methods, leading-edge erosion solutions, and AI-driven maintenance strategies.

Networking with Industry Leaders:

Join a specialised community of engineers, R&D specialists, and operations managers. This event offers unparalleled networking opportunities with OEMs, service providers, and researchers at the forefront of wind blade innovation. Collaborate with Europe's top experts to tackle challenges related to larger, more complex blade designs and optimise performance across the industry.

A Comprehensive Technical Agenda:

Covering key themes such as advanced inspection technologies, data standardisation, and condition monitoring. Participate in hands-on workshops that provide practical training on the latest tools and techniques, ensuring you leave with actionable solutions to the most pressing technical challenges and innovations in the European wind energy sector.

WHY THIS EVENT?

With new government initiatives fast-tracking onshore wind expansion, this year’s event in Scotland offers...

Exclusive Access to Regional Expertise:

With Scotland hosting this year's event, you'll gain unique access to insights on UK government initiatives and regulatory standards that are fast-tracking onshore wind expansion. Engage with local industry leaders to understand the impact of these policies on blade technology and operations across Europe. The event also offers deep dives into cutting-edge inspection methods, leading-edge erosion solutions, and AI-driven maintenance strategies.


Networking with Industry Leaders:

Join a specialised community of engineers, R&D specialists, and operations managers. This event offers unparalleled networking opportunities with OEMs, service providers, and researchers at the forefront of wind blade innovation. Collaborate with Europe's top experts to tackle challenges related to larger, more complex blade designs and optimize performance across the industry.

A Comprehensive Technical Agenda:

Covering key themes such as advanced inspection technologies, data standardisation, and condition monitoring. Participate in hands-on workshops that provide practical training on the latest tools and techniques, ensuring you leave with actionable solutions to the most pressing technical challenges and innovations in the European wind energy sector.

KEY THEMES

- New Blade Technologies: Discover the latest advancements driving wind energy forward.
- Blades Inspections: Gain insights into innovative inspection techniques.
- Maintenance and Repair Solutions: Learn about advanced repair methods and their practical applications.
- Data Standardisation: Understand the importance of consistent data in optimising blade performance.
- Focus on Leading Edge Erosion: Discuss challenges and solutions related to erosion management.

Event Highlights

Don’t miss out on Blades Europe 2025

Connect with industry leaders, gain cutting-edge insights, and join the future of wind blade technology.

 

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AGENDA TOPICS

New UK Government Initiatives: 

Impact on onshore wind expansion and opportunities for collaboration.

Condition Monitoring Systems: 

Explore the latest in monitoring and predictive maintenance technologies.

Internal Inspection Techniques: 

Innovative methods for thorough and efficient inspections.

Advanced Maintenance Solutions: 

Cutting-edge repair and maintenance practices to extend blade life.

Blades Europe 2025 | 29-30 April | Edinburgh, Scotland

Pioneering Blade Innovation in Europe's Wind Power with a Focus on the UK



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Why now?

With onshore and offshore expansion across Europe, now more than ever it is essential to stay on top of the latest developments in blade technology and understand the evolving landscape of the wind industry.

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Why attend?

Hear the latest in all things blades:

  • How to successfully design, test and manufacture bigger, more sustainable blades that increase AEP
  • New tools and techs to improve maintenance planning 
  • The future of recycling, circularity and end of life for wind turbine blades

Last year's speakers

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Hear last years delegates describe why you need to be at Blades:

  • This is a good conference because it is big enough to represent the industry but small enough to foster great conversations and connections



    Account Manager, 3M Key

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  • Good event for an Owner-Operator to make contacts and evaluate current against industry current state. Also a good forum for learning about emerging technologies.



    Engineering Manager, Congentrix

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  • "At Thread, we started working with Windpower Monthly back in 2022 as a way to expand our network within the wind industry, especially through niche events where we could network with our peers. As a previous VIP Lounge Sponsor for Blades Europe and Blades USA, we are excited to be sponsoring Blades Europe again in 2023. We are pleased with our sponsorship activation over the years and look forward to working with the Windpower Monthly team again on future projects like this one."



    VP of Partnerships, Thread

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  • A forum that places OEMs, Owner Operators and Service providers in once place to have open, candid conversations



    Engineering, Clearway Energy

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