Vineyard Wind Sues GE Vernova to Block Exit From Turbine Deal
A fast-track court ruling could decide if the 806 MW offshore project keeps its turbine supplier on the job.
Overview
- Vineyard Wind filed a case in Boston state court seeking a preliminary injunction to stop GE Vernova from ending its contracts on the 806 MW Vineyard Wind 1 project off Nantucket.
- A hearing on the injunction is set for April 16, creating an immediate test of who must continue work at the site.
- GE Vernova notified the developer it plans to terminate the roughly $1.3 billion turbine supply and service deal at the end of April over unpaid invoices.
- Vineyard Wind says it withheld about $308 million for poor performance tied to a 2024 blade failure that caused delays and extra costs, and it alleges potential damages up to $545 million.
- GE Vernova says it has met its obligations, including completing all turbine installations, and it plans to defend its decision in court.