Broadwind Energy Announces $28 Million in New Tower Orders

Broadwind Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:BWEN) today announced $28 million in new tower orders from a U.S. wind turbine manufacturer. Broadwind will produce these towers in its Manitowoc, Wisconsin facility for 2016 delivery.

CICERO, Ill., March 09, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Broadwind Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:BWEN) today announced $28 million in new tower orders from a U.S. wind turbine manufacturer. Broadwind will produce these towers in its Manitowoc, Wisconsin facility for 2016 delivery.

Broadwind interim CEO Stephanie Kushner stated, "Our experienced team in Manitowoc has built more than 2,000 wind towers since 2008 for multiple customers. We continue to be in late-stage discussions to fill the remaining capacity for 2016 and beyond."
About Broadwind Energy, Inc.
Broadwind Energy (NASDAQ:BWEN) applies decades of deep industrial expertise to innovate integrated solutions for customers in the energy and infrastructure markets. From gears and gearing systems for wind, oil and gas and mining applications, to wind towers and industrial weldments, we have solutions for the energy needs of the future. With facilities throughout the central U.S., Broadwind Energy's talented team is committed to helping customers maximize performance of their investments—quicker, easier and smarter. Find out more at www.bwen.com

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