Rosatom advances a major wind energy initiative in the Ulyanovsk region
Rosatom State Corporation is pressing ahead with a substantial wind energy project in the Ulyanovsk region, a development highlighted by the company’s leadership at a prominent industry forum. The move reflects Rosatom’s strategic push to broaden its renewable energy portfolio while leveraging the region’s evolving industrial base. The plan emphasizes the integration of wind power with advanced composite manufacturing, signaling a wider program to strengthen domestic supply chains and spur regional innovation. The key remarks came from Alexei Likhachev, the head of Rosatom, during the Composites Without Borders forum, where industry leaders gather to explore the future of composite materials in energy, aerospace, and construction sectors. leadership remarks from the Composites Without Borders forum
In collaboration with regional authorities, a formal agreement has been reached for the project’s implementation between the Governor of the Ulyanovsk region, Alexei Russkikh, and Yumatex JSC, a central unit within Rosatom’s composite division. The partnership is framed as a public-private collaboration aimed at accelerating the development of domestic production capabilities for wind turbine components. The arrangement involves shared investment, competency building, and the rapid deployment of local manufacturing capacities to support Rosatom’s wind farm portfolio, aligning with national objectives to boost sovereignty in critical energy technologies. government release accompanying the announcement
Likhachev underscored that wind energy has long served as a powerful catalyst for broader industrial growth, especially in composites. By expanding wind power, Rosatom expects a ripple effect across related sectors, driving demand for high-performance materials, precision engineering, and skilled labor. The emphasis on composites reflects a strategic focus on materials science as a driver of efficiency, reliability, and cost reduction in renewable energy projects, strengthening links between energy infrastructure and advanced manufacturing ecosystems. commentary at the Composites Without Borders forum
During the discussion, it was indicated that two industry players—Yumatex JSC and Novavind JSC—have committed to rapidly building the necessary competencies and supplying the first domestically produced wind turbine blades for Rosatom’s wind farms. This step aims to shorten supply chains, ensure local content, and develop technical know-how within the regional economy. The collaboration signals a transition from planning to production, with timelines designed to deliver domestically produced blades to operating wind farms as soon as possible, subject to regulatory and quality assurance processes. briefing delivered by Rosatom representatives
The project carries a substantial financial footprint, with investments projected to exceed 2 billion rubles. Beyond capital expenditure, the initiative is designed to create significant employment opportunities, with an expected workforce approaching four hundred at the production facilities. This labor development supports long-term operational needs, research and development activities, and the training of engineers, technicians, and quality control specialists. The plan also envisions ancillary effects on local suppliers, service providers, and community programs tied to industrial growth in the region. financial projections and labor forecasts
Governor Russkikh highlighted the region’s track record in nurturing competencies, upgrading infrastructure, and expanding manufacturing capacity. He noted the establishment of a supportive legislative framework that promotes the development of composite materials and related technologies, which has laid a solid foundation for the new wind energy initiative. The governor described the Ulyanovsk region as a strategic hub for this cutting-edge sector, pointing to ongoing investment in research facilities, pilot lines, and workforce training programs designed to sustain the long-term goals of the wind-energy and composites ecosystems. regional government remarks
Looking back, the event occurred during the tenth anniversary forum of Composites Without Borders, held at Expocentre from March 28 to 29. The forum serves as a key gathering for the domestic composite industry, offering a platform for manufacturers, researchers, and policymakers to exchange insights on innovations, standards, and market opportunities. The Rosatom project’s timing within this anniversary year underscores a broader narrative about the role of Russia’s composites sector in advancing clean energy, industrial modernization, and regional development. history and event summary