Suzlon Secures 100 MW Wind Project from GAIL, Marks Sixth Repeat Order

Key Takeaways

Suzlon Group has secured a 100 MW wind energy project from GAIL, its sixth repeat order from the PSU.
The project, involving 47 S120 wind turbines, will support GAIL’s decarbonisation efforts for a new petrochemical plant in Maharashtra.
This order underlines Suzlon’s growing presence in the public sector, with four contracts in FY26 alone.

Suzlon Group Secures New Wind Energy Project from GAIL

Suzlon Group announced on Tuesday that it has successfully secured a 100 MW wind energy project from Gas Authority of India Ltd (GAIL). This marks the company’s sixth repeat order from the public sector unit (PSU) and its fourth contract with PSUs in the fiscal year 2026.

The wind energy project will be executed in Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. The initiative aims to facilitate the decarbonisation of GAIL’s upcoming petrochemical plant. Suzlon’s responsibilities will cover the entire project lifecycle, including the supply, erection, commissioning, and post-installation maintenance services of the wind turbines.

This latest order exemplifies Suzlon’s increasing traction in the public sector segment, where the company has been reinforcing its presence through repeat business from significant state-run enterprises. Following contracts with NTPC, BPCL, and others, this marks the fourth PSU order in the ongoing financial year.

Ajay Kapur, CEO of Suzlon Group, noted that this collaboration builds on a 15-year-long partnership with GAIL, having completed various projects together in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. The project in Maharashtra marks their inaugural venture in the state.

Currently, Suzlon holds over 2.2 GW of installed wind energy capacity in Maharashtra, representing approximately 38% of the state’s total wind capacity. This positions the company favorably within one of India’s primary renewable energy hubs.

The new contract emerges during a time when India is intensifying its focus on clean energy to fulfill its climate obligations. With a goal of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 and aiming for net-zero emissions by 2070, the demand for renewable energy projects—especially in the wind, solar, and hybrid sectors—continues to rise.

Wind energy, in particular, is poised to play a crucial role in diversifying India’s energy mix and enhancing grid stability, alongside solar energies. The growing involvement of PSUs and industrial players in procuring green energy is also identified as a significant factor in expanding capacity and minimizing carbon emissions across various sectors.

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