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ENERCON
ENERCON, founded by Aloys Wobben in 1984, is a vertically integrated onshore wind turbine manufacturer with over 33,660 turbines installed globally.
ENERCON
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
1984
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
Germany
City
Aurich
Corporate office
Aurich, Germany
Additional offices
Kennesaw, United States
Principals
Aloys Wobben
Founder
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What does ENERCON actually do?
ENERCON designs, manufactures, and services onshore wind turbines. It also provides turnkey battery storage integration (Wind+ Storage) and hybrid controllers. The company operates its own rotor blade production facilities and maintains a global service network.
Is ENERCON a family office?
No. ENERCON is a privately held wind turbine manufacturer. It does not function as an investment vehicle or asset manager. The company's core business is producing and servicing wind turbines, not deploying capital from a family fortune.
Who owns ENERCON and where does the wealth come from?
Founder Aloys Wobben controls the company. Wealth originated from wind turbine manufacturing. The company has not disclosed any separate family office structure for Wobben's personal capital.
How does ENERCON make money?
ENERCON revenue comes from turbine sales, service contracts (under which the company monitors and maintains turbines 24/7), and now battery storage systems. With over 33,660 turbines under service, recurring maintenance income is a significant revenue stream.
Where does ENERCON operate?
Headquartered in Aurich, Germany, ENERCON has global operations including in the US (Kennesaw, Georgia). Recent projects span Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Türkiye. The company is building a rotor blade factory in Bergama, Türkiye.
What is the scale of ENERCON's installed base?
ENERCON has installed over 33,660 turbines with combined capacity exceeding 66 GW. The company employs more than 13,000 people globally.
Does ENERCON have any investment arm or fund?
No publicly disclosed investment arm, fund, or family office vehicle. The company focuses exclusively on wind turbine manufacturing, service, and now battery storage.
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