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Fibersail is a technology company based in Oeiras, Portugal, with an additional office in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Founded in 2014, it specializes in providing continuous and automated real-time shape monitoring services for wind turbine blades. Using a shape sensing system based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) fiber optic technology, Fibersail analyzes the shape, condition, and behavior of windmill blades. This real-time information aids wind turbine operators in maximizing performance and availability while reducing the risk of failures and minimizing maintenance costs. The company's innovative fiber optic sensors facilitate easy and seamless integration along the entire length of critical structures, ensuring precise monitoring of their condition and structural integrity.

Founded in 2014, Cascade Drives specializes in manufacturing high-performing, eco-friendly power density solutions. Its core products include CASCADE POWER (electromechanical linear actuator for electric forklifts), CASCADE STEERING (drive-by-wire electrical steering system for heavy-duty vehicles), and CASCADE TORQUE (gearbox used in wind turbines and in-wheel propulsion systems). These solutions serve industries such as mining, material handling, commercial trucks, buses, tow tractors, and airplane tugs.

RenerCycle is a company dedicated to developing solutions for the circular economy within the wind energy sector. Its mission is to minimize the consumption of natural resources and reduce waste, thereby driving the growth of renewable energy. The company operates both nationally and internationally, promoting a non-linear production and consumption model that maximizes the value of products, materials, and resources, and minimizes waste. RenerCycle provides clients with strategies and policies to support the promotion and development of these circular economy solutions.

Founded in 2011, Vertequip specializes in developing equipment and services designed to enhance safety and productivity for workers at heights. Its innovative solutions include products like S.T.E.P. No Limits, S.T.E.P. Freedom, and S.T.E.P. UP, catering to various industries such as construction, mining, and energy.

Wind My Roof is a company that specializes in developing modular wind turbines specifically designed for flat-roofed buildings. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Vincennes, Ile-de-France, the company’s innovative turbines are strategically installed along the edges of roofs to harness wind energy, particularly in urban and peri-urban settings. By utilizing this renewable energy source, Wind My Roof enables businesses and communities to decrease their reliance on traditional power consumption, thereby enhancing energy efficiency and improving return on investment.

RenerCycle is a company dedicated to developing solutions for the circular economy within the wind energy sector. Its mission is to minimize the consumption of natural resources and reduce waste, thereby driving the growth of renewable energy. The company operates both nationally and internationally, promoting a non-linear production and consumption model that maximizes the value of products, materials, and resources, and minimizes waste. RenerCycle provides clients with strategies and policies to support the promotion and development of these circular economy solutions.

Fibersail is a technology company based in Oeiras, Portugal, with an additional office in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Founded in 2014, it specializes in providing continuous and automated real-time shape monitoring services for wind turbine blades. Using a shape sensing system based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) fiber optic technology, Fibersail analyzes the shape, condition, and behavior of windmill blades. This real-time information aids wind turbine operators in maximizing performance and availability while reducing the risk of failures and minimizing maintenance costs. The company's innovative fiber optic sensors facilitate easy and seamless integration along the entire length of critical structures, ensuring precise monitoring of their condition and structural integrity.

BladeInsight, founded in 2015, is a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, focusing on innovative inspection solutions for wind turbine blades. The company has developed ProDrone technology, which utilizes autonomous drone flights to inspect wind turbine blades, thereby digitizing a crucial aspect of operations and maintenance. With a global network of licensed service providers, BladeInsight has successfully inspected over 11,000 blades across more than 16 countries. Its advanced technology enables clients to gather critical data, extract insights, identify trends, and enhance asset management, risk assessment, and maintenance planning, ultimately facilitating safer and more cost-efficient inspections in the wind industry.

Nabrawind Technologies designs and develops advanced wind technologies for wind turbine components. Its key products include Modular Blade Joint, enabling blade manufacturing in parts for separate transportation and on-site assembly, and self-erected tower technology. The company also offers engineering advisory services.

Smartive is a Barcelona-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in the development of intelligent platforms aimed at enhancing the operation and efficiency of the energy market, particularly in the wind energy sector. The company offers a range of advanced services, including real-time SCADA data processing and diagnostic solutions for wind turbines. Smartive's technology employs artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data mining algorithms to deliver cost-effective and precise monitoring systems. Its products include tools for supervision, monitoring, and performance optimization, as well as user-friendly interfaces that provide accurate real-time data analysis accessible via web-connected devices. Committed to sustainable growth and the promotion of renewable energy, Smartive plays a significant role in advancing energy efficiency within the industry.

Enervalis develops software that optimizes sustainable energy use. Its platform monitors energy sources and demand, predicts future needs using AI and big data, and distributes energy efficiently among users.

Wind My Roof is a company that specializes in developing modular wind turbines specifically designed for flat-roofed buildings. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Vincennes, Ile-de-France, the company’s innovative turbines are strategically installed along the edges of roofs to harness wind energy, particularly in urban and peri-urban settings. By utilizing this renewable energy source, Wind My Roof enables businesses and communities to decrease their reliance on traditional power consumption, thereby enhancing energy efficiency and improving return on investment.

Founded in 2014, Cascade Drives specializes in manufacturing high-performing, eco-friendly power density solutions. Its core products include CASCADE POWER (electromechanical linear actuator for electric forklifts), CASCADE STEERING (drive-by-wire electrical steering system for heavy-duty vehicles), and CASCADE TORQUE (gearbox used in wind turbines and in-wheel propulsion systems). These solutions serve industries such as mining, material handling, commercial trucks, buses, tow tractors, and airplane tugs.

AEInnova develops autonomous industrial monitoring devices for predictive maintenance. Its flagship device InduEye is battery-free, self-powered, and capable of edge computing for real-time vibration, thermal, and steam-trap monitoring, powered by waste heat with optional solar or wind energy. It uses LoRaWAN or NB-IoT/LTE-CAT M for communications and streams data to cloud dashboards with analytics, alarms, and environmental impact analysis. The system aims to reduce downtime and maintenance costs through non-invasive, self-sustaining monitoring. Certifications include CE and ATEX/IECEX, with FCC ongoing. The technology is deployed across sectors such as oil and gas, aluminium, steel, paper, rubber, water treatment, and energy, with customers including Repsol, Cepsa, ArcelorMittal, Enel, and others. AEInnova has been recognized as a leading EU scale-up with multiple awards and EC funding, and participates in EU R&D initiatives related to energy harvesting and high-temperature IoT.

Nabrawind Technologies designs and develops advanced wind technologies for wind turbine components. Its key products include Modular Blade Joint, enabling blade manufacturing in parts for separate transportation and on-site assembly, and self-erected tower technology. The company also offers engineering advisory services.

Fibersail is a technology company based in Oeiras, Portugal, with an additional office in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Founded in 2014, it specializes in providing continuous and automated real-time shape monitoring services for wind turbine blades. Using a shape sensing system based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) fiber optic technology, Fibersail analyzes the shape, condition, and behavior of windmill blades. This real-time information aids wind turbine operators in maximizing performance and availability while reducing the risk of failures and minimizing maintenance costs. The company's innovative fiber optic sensors facilitate easy and seamless integration along the entire length of critical structures, ensuring precise monitoring of their condition and structural integrity.

Founded in 2015, Aerones specializes in robotic technology for wind turbine blade maintenance services. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers automated inspection, cleaning, coating, and repair operations to maximize asset efficiency and reduce downtime.

Founded in 2011, Vertequip specializes in developing equipment and services designed to enhance safety and productivity for workers at heights. Its innovative solutions include products like S.T.E.P. No Limits, S.T.E.P. Freedom, and S.T.E.P. UP, catering to various industries such as construction, mining, and energy.

BladeInsight, founded in 2015, is a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, focusing on innovative inspection solutions for wind turbine blades. The company has developed ProDrone technology, which utilizes autonomous drone flights to inspect wind turbine blades, thereby digitizing a crucial aspect of operations and maintenance. With a global network of licensed service providers, BladeInsight has successfully inspected over 11,000 blades across more than 16 countries. Its advanced technology enables clients to gather critical data, extract insights, identify trends, and enhance asset management, risk assessment, and maintenance planning, ultimately facilitating safer and more cost-efficient inspections in the wind industry.

AEInnova develops autonomous industrial monitoring devices for predictive maintenance. Its flagship device InduEye is battery-free, self-powered, and capable of edge computing for real-time vibration, thermal, and steam-trap monitoring, powered by waste heat with optional solar or wind energy. It uses LoRaWAN or NB-IoT/LTE-CAT M for communications and streams data to cloud dashboards with analytics, alarms, and environmental impact analysis. The system aims to reduce downtime and maintenance costs through non-invasive, self-sustaining monitoring. Certifications include CE and ATEX/IECEX, with FCC ongoing. The technology is deployed across sectors such as oil and gas, aluminium, steel, paper, rubber, water treatment, and energy, with customers including Repsol, Cepsa, ArcelorMittal, Enel, and others. AEInnova has been recognized as a leading EU scale-up with multiple awards and EC funding, and participates in EU R&D initiatives related to energy harvesting and high-temperature IoT.

The first invention of Summotive®, DriftAir®, works by utilizing wind energy without the need for maintenance. It does’nt require any additional power source and doesn’t contain moving parts. It provides optimal ventilation with high capacity air flow-through. Eco-friendly, silent operation, meets ESG objectives and Net-Zero Standard. GWR NANO INSULATION® GWR Nano is a paint-like liquid insulating material with special properties. A unique, revolutionary solution in the construction industry. The product has an excellent professional, development and testing background (TÜV SÜD), which distinguishes it from its competitors. GWR Nano can reduce energy consumption by more than 43% according to TÜV SÜD.