The manufacturing landscape of wind turbine components

The manufacturing sector has a critical role in the EU economy, accounting for EUR 5 860 billion of manufacturing sales and representing approximately 32% of EU gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024 [1]. Manufacturing is a leading driver of innovation, responsible for a significant share of research and development activities, and it contributes to nearly 80% of EU exports. These factors highlight the sector's essential role in sustaining economic growth and maintaining the competitive position of the EU in the global market. As the world transitions towards a low-carbon economy, the importance of manufacturing in the EU will only continue to grow, particularly in the production of net-zero energy technologies such as wind turbines, solar panels, and energy storage systems.