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The Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA) has underscored the rapid emergence of ASEAN as a key wind energy market during the AWE-ASEAN Wind Energy Expo 2026, held at the IMPACT Exhibition Centre.
Aditya Pyasi, CEO of IWTMA, led a high-level panel discussion on “Offshore & Onshore Wind Capacity Addition in ASEAN,” highlighting the region’s growing importance in the global energy transition. ASEAN’s electricity demand is projected to grow at 3–4% annually, intensifying the need to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and accelerate renewable energy deployment.
Wind energy is expected to play a central role in this transition, with onshore capacity projected to increase from 6.5 GW in 2024 to 26 GW by 2030. In parallel, the region is witnessing a steady expansion of offshore wind project pipelines.
However, industry experts emphasized that scaling this opportunity will require coordinated efforts across manufacturing, technology, and policy frameworks. Strengthened collaboration between India, Germany, and ASEAN countries is seen as critical to bridging capability gaps, enhancing project execution, and building resilient supply chains.
Dr. P.K. Dash, Scientist E at the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), stated that India considers both onshore and offshore wind as key pillars of the global clean energy transition. He noted that India’s established policy frameworks, manufacturing strength, and grid integration expertise position it as a valuable partner for regional cooperation. He also highlighted platforms such as the ASEAN Wind Energy Expo as vital for knowledge exchange and accelerating renewable deployment.
The session brought together policymakers and industry leaders from India and international markets, including representatives from Suzlon Energy Limited and Windar Renewable Pvt Ltd, to deliberate on strategies for scaling wind energy deployment across ASEAN.
Speaking at the event, Aditya Pyasi emphasized the importance of building an integrated Asian supply chain, positioning India as a key manufacturing and technology partner for ASEAN. He highlighted the potential for collaboration in turbines, talent, and technology to support onshore, offshore, and hybrid wind projects, while reducing reliance on any single country or technology source.
The discussion further focused on critical enablers such as manufacturing localisation, supply chain resilience, financing frameworks, and grid integration, aimed at translating strategic ambitions into actionable outcomes for the region’s wind energy sector.
