03/06/2026
The final blade of the 36th V136-4.3MW wind turbine was successfully installed on Mercury NZ's Kaiwera Downs Wind Farm Stage 2 on Monday 18 May 2026.
To mark this occasion, our partners at Smith Cranes & Construction Ltd led a flag-flying display, with national flags of all those involved tied to the final blade. A proud and emotional moment for everyone on site, reflecting on their tireless effort and dedication to deliver this milestone.
Thank you to Mercury for their continued trust in us, and to all our partners on the ground in New Zealand who continue to work with us on projects like Kaiwera Downs and beyond. Wind energy continues to prove its value as an affordable, reliable and sustainable source of energy for New Zealand.
For more information on Kaiwera Downs Wind Farm, visit https://brnw.ch/21x32AZ.