WindEnergy Hamburg: Artificial intelligence at the highest level

The digital transformation is giving the onshore and offshore industry an additional boost. Innovative exhibitors will present at WindEnergy Hamburg from 22 to 25 September 2019. September 2026 AI tools to help manufacturers and operators improve reliability, Increasing the performance and cost-effectiveness of their systems. Hamburg, 01 August 2026 – From the outside rather simple and inconspicuous, inside high-tech: Whether intelligent networking, efficient control systems, digital remote monitoring or Error predictions based on artificial intelligence (AI), wind turbines hold more digital innovations and state-of-the-art technology than it seems at first glance. Above all, the The use of AI and big data analyses is becoming increasingly relevant in the green energy business. Maintenance cycles are planned in advance, performance data is precisely evaluated and Operational strategies continuously optimized. In a separate expo area on the topic of AI in the Hall A3 showcases WindEnergy Hamburg exhibitors on the topic of digitalisation and Artificial intelligence. "Companies present software applications and smart technologies here. technologies that enable manufacturers to leverage additional potential and thus maximize the plants," says Andreas Arnheim, Director WindEnergy Hamburg and WindEnergy Asia-Pacific powered by RECHARGE.

Smart tools for more efficient operations

Wind forecasts play a central role in this. The more precise the forecasts, the more accurate Operators can plan the power generation of their plants – and thus increase grid stability. A particularly innovative solution comes from the Japanese exhibitor BlueWX. "On the The basis of our patented method, which has already proven itself in aviation, is to be developed we provide a deep learning-based, site-specific and highly accurate wind forecast," says Chief Executive Officer, Kaz Watanabe. "We are very much looking forward to presenting our product at the trade fair and to exchange ideas with interested parties." The RegViento Controller from the Stuttgart-based company MesH Engineering, on the other hand, enables a higher wind yield. With the help of AI, the operation of wind farms is being monitored by a intelligent and coordinated control of wind turbines. "Operators can use the WindEnergy Hamburg shows the potential of the controller live with our tool 'RegViento Explorer' and see directly what yield potential there is in an optimized parking system," says Dr.-Ing. Matthias Kretschmer, RegViento project manager at MesH Engineering. "So it can be for example, it may be useful to slightly reduce the power of the front systems or to reduce their alignment in order to reduce flow losses of the downstream systems. and thus increase the efficiency of the entire park.

A clever solution specially tailored to the complex requirements of the industry The AI specialist Octonomy also offers a software solution. The platform covers all system-relevant documents (manuals, diagrams, circuit diagrams, etc.) and solves inquiries in seconds with 96 percent accuracy. To the customers of the Cologne-based software company includes Prokon, one of Germany's largest energy cooperatives. The company operates wind farms throughout Germany and also takes over the service of the turbines. This helps the software helps service teams to make more accurate diagnoses and manage their operations more efficiently. plan. "With Octonomy, we are reducing our journeys by 50 percent. The system gives us the Security that we need in critical infrastructure," says Dr. Yousef Farschtschi, Head of IT at Prokon.

Intelligent algorithms for troubleshooting

Modern wind turbines are equipped with comprehensive technology. Different Sensors continuously record status data during operation and transmit it to central control stations and monitoring systems. Thanks to smart panoramic cameras, collisions with protected birds of prey such as red kites and white-tailed eagles. Clever software companies use the Operating data for intelligent evaluation. The Turkish exhibitor Kavaken has developed an AI-supported platform for this purpose, which identifies anomalies (deviations) in plant behavior, such as a suspicious rise in temperature in a critical component or a sudden Loss of power of a wind turbine. Thus, even with small corrections, major damage can be and extend the life of the equipment. Early detection of damage – this is also the goal of the British start-up Werover with its Product "Windrover". The principle: A sensor that is attached to the tower of the wind turbine by magnet collects acoustic data from rotor blades and registers AI-based anomalies, for example, as a result of a lightning strike. Balca Yilmaz, CEO and Co-Founder of Werover, explains: "With wind rover, operators no longer have to regularly inspect the rotor blades on site, the reduces downtime and costs."

A proven industry solution is CSP's Integrated Process Data Management (IPM) Intelligence. The platform of the Bavarian software company also uses artificial intelligence, to evaluate process and quality data, detect deviations at an early stage and quality assurance in production. "Our Curve Anomaly AI reports safety-critical screw connections automatically, supplemented by camera-based computer vision procedures that verify the correct execution of an assembly step," explains Philipp Gläßer, Product Manager at CSP. For wind turbine manufacturers, this means: Highly stressed Screw connections on the tower, rotor blade and nacelle are already installed during assembly. – and thus avoided serious errors in the screwing. The exhibitors' solutions underscore the extent to which data-driven innovations can industry. "Whether manufacturer, supplier, wind farm operator or software specialist, whether established company or innovative start-up – a prerequisite for a successful digital Transformation is always also the direct exchange between those involved in the industry," says Claus Ulrich Selbach, Vice President Exhibitions Maritime & Energy at Hamburg Messe and Congress. "WindEnergy Hamburg will once again offer a unique opportunity to make new contacts in personal conversations, to cultivate existing networks and to gain fresh information. To pick up ideas for your own business."

About WindEnergy Hamburg
WindEnergy Hamburg, the world's leading trade fair for the wind energy industry, will take place from 22 to 25 September. September 2026 once again becomes the central networking hub for experts, companies and investors from all over the world: In the heart of the Hanseatic city, more than 1,600 companies from all over the world will present 43,000 participants from around 40 countries at the Hamburg Messe und Congress from around 100 countries. Plant manufacturers and suppliers along the of the entire onshore and offshore wind energy value chain are more than 83,000 m² provides a comprehensive market overview. With a new Expo area Energy Storage in In its own hall (A2) on around 3,600 square meters, the topic of storage technology is coming into play. the focus of the world's leading trade fair. The fair will be accompanied by freely accessible and top-class conference sessions on all key topics that move the industry. The Team WindEnergy Hamburg organizes this free conference program with over 300 top speakers on six open stages together with its partners, including the global wind energy association GWEC, the European association WindEurope, the national associations VDMA (Europe's largest plant and mechanical engineering association) and BWE (Federal Association wind energy) as well as leading media and companies in the industry. Its global standing WindEnergy Hamburg is also underlining with a successful cooperation: On 19/20 May RECHARGE Wind Power Summit Asia-Pacific powered by WindEnergy Hamburg Premiere. A continuation of the format is available under the title WindEnergy Asia-Pacific powered by RECHARGE from 25 to 27 May 2027 in Singapore. WindEnergy Hamburg Connect The smart event and networking platform WindEnergy Hamburg Connect complements the physical Trade fair for digital functions and makes the preparation, organization and follow-up more efficient. The platform is available as a desktop version and mobile app for exhibitors and and offers all the important information in one place – for an all-round a successful trade fair experience. Registration is required with a valid ticket or a valid ticket. Exhibitor ID possible.

Opening hours and further information WindEnergy Hamburg 2026 is from Tuesday, 22 September, to Thursday, 24 September, open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Friday, September 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Access is via the entrances Messeplatz (Mitte), St. Petersburger Straße (East), Karolinenstraße (south) and Lagerstraße (west) are possible. For all visitors who have an online ticket, reach the world's leading trade fair even more sustainably: Every visitor ticket purchased online includes a Ticket for arrival and departure on Hamburg's public transport.