Vestas CEO Henrik Andersen Takes Helm of WindEurope to Propel Europe’s Energy Future

Vestas CEO Henrik Andersen Takes Helm of WindEurope to Propel Europe’s Energy Future

(IN BRIEF) WindEurope’s Board of Directors has named Henrik Andersen, CEO of Vestas, as the new Chair for an 18-month period, with Rasmus Errboe, CEO of Ørsted, serving as Vice-Chair. This leadership change comes at a pivotal time as Europe intensifies its energy transformation and strives to enhance industrial competitiveness. Andersen emphasized that wind energy is essential for achieving energy independence, affordability, and security, and outlined his priorities: boosting European competitiveness, accelerating electrification through effective policy execution, and creating a supportive market environment with streamlined permitting and robust grid infrastructure. His appointment is expected to coincide with the implementation of several critical regulatory packages, marking a significant step forward for the wind energy sector across Europe.

(PRESS RELEASE) AARHUS, 26-Mar-2025 — /EuropaWire/ —  Vestas Wind Systems A/S (CPH: VWS), a Danish global leader in sustainable energy solutions, announces that its Group President and CEO, Henrik Andersen, has been elected as the new Chair of WindEurope for an 18‐month term, according to the association’s Board of Directors. Representing over 600 companies and safeguarding approximately 300,000 jobs across Europe’s wind energy value chain, WindEurope is set to lead the charge in an era of accelerated energy transformation and increased industrial competitiveness. Andersen’s appointment comes at a crucial time when Europe is ramping up its efforts to secure home-grown, reliable, and cost-effective energy, as several key regulatory packages are anticipated to be finalized and implemented at national levels.

In his inaugural remarks, Andersen stated, “We are at a defining juncture for Europe’s future. Wind energy is not only vital for achieving energy independence, affordability, and security, but it is also a cornerstone for industrial growth. I am truly honored to lead WindEurope during this transformative period and look forward to working closely with Vice Chair Rasmus Errboe and all our members to turn ambitious targets into real-world achievements.”

As Chair, Andersen has identified three strategic priorities to strengthen the European wind industry. Firstly, he will focus on enhancing European competitiveness by positioning wind energy as a critical asset for energy independence and economic efficiency. Secondly, he is committed to accelerating electrification by bolstering the business case for electric solutions and ensuring that forward-thinking policies, such as those outlined in the Clean Industrial Deal, are effectively translated into practice. Finally, Andersen aims to cultivate a more favorable market environment by streamlining permitting processes, ensuring the economic viability of wind projects, and improving grid infrastructure to support rapid growth.

In addition to Andersen’s appointment, Rasmus Errboe, Group President and CEO of Ørsted, has been elected as Vice-Chair, reinforcing a strong leadership duo poised to drive forward the wind energy agenda across Europe.

For more information, please contact:
Kristian Holmelund Jakobsen
Lead Specialist, Communications and Press
Mail: krhja@vestas.com
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Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service onshore and offshore wind turbines across the globe, and with more than 189 GW of wind turbines in 88 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our industry-leading smart data capabilities and unparalleled more than 155 GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solutions. Together with our customers, Vestas’ more than 35,000 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future.

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SOURCE: Vestas Wind Systems A/S