HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Jan. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, has signed a turbine supply contract with Vietnam's REE Group for a whole 128MW nearshore wind projects in Vinh Long Province, which includes V1-3 Phase II 48 MW and V1-5&6 Phase II 80MW. The two projects will deploy sixteen(16) units EN-226/8.XMW offshore wind turbines and will become the nearshore wind projects with the largest single-turbine capacity in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, supporting the country's net-zero ambitions.
These two projects will start construction simultaneously, with average wind speeds exceeding 7 meters per second. It is among the first batches projects approved under Vietnam's Power Development Plan VIII (PDP VIII) and marks a milestone as the first to adopt large-rotor, high-capacity offshore turbines in the country. Full grid connection is expected by October 2026.
Envision Energy applies true offshore wind standards to meet Vietnam's high-humidity and high-salt-spray conditions, ensuring turbine performance, reliability, EHS compliance, and localization requirements, while safeguarding project quality and more than 20 years of operational value of REE as the investor. Envision has also collaborated with local tower suppliers and project owners to overcome challenges in large offshore turbine tower manufacturing and local production capacity. Since its launch in 2022, the EN-226/8.XMW turbine has secured over 2.5GW in orders, becoming the most successful model in public tenders for low-wind-speed offshore regions. It has been deployed at scale and operated stably for over three years in Chinese offshore projects.
Edward Hou, Senior Vice President & President of Asia-Pacific at Envision Energy said: "This collaboration marks the first nearshore offshore wind project cluster delivered under Vietnam's Power Development Plan VIII and opens a new chapter for offshore wind development in Southeast Asia. Envision is committed to delivering this project as a regional benchmark, providing strategic support for REE Group's energy transition, while offering replicable technical and construction references for nearshore and far-offshore wind projects across the region, driving the energy system toward a net-zero future."
"We selected Envision Energy as our turbine supplier based on their technological leadership in renewable energy, the maturity and reliability of the EN-226/8.XMW platform, and their extensive experience in gigawatt-scale grid-connected operations. We are confident that this project will set a benchmark for offshore wind in Vietnam and provide replicable technical and construction references for nearshore and offshore wind development across Southeast Asia." added Mr. Ashok, REE Renewable General Manager.
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Envision Energy Partners with REE Group to Deliver Southeast Asia's Largest Single-Turbine Nearshore Wind Projects
BANGKOK, Jan. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Knoll brought its enduring design philosophy to Bangkok with an intimate evening of conversation and exchange, bringing together leaders from Thailand's architecture and design community to explore the lasting relevance of Florence Knoll's concept of Total Design.
Hosted in Bangkok and presented in partnership with Pergo, part of CHANINTR Group, the event examined how Florence Knoll's multidisciplinary approach, integrating furniture, architecture, textiles, and space planning, continues to influence contemporary practice across workplaces, hospitality, and public environments.
A distinguished panel of design leaders shared their perspectives on Knoll's design legacy and its relevance within today's global and regional context:
- Ms Sarinrath Kamolratanapiboon, CEO, DWP
- Ms Theeranuj Karnasuta Wongwaisayawan, Managing Director, IA49
- Mr Chanintr Sirisant, CEO, CHANINTR
- Alexandra Ramundi, Workplace Strategist, MillerKnoll
Moderated by Jeremy Smart, editor-in-chief of Design Anthology and an internationally respected design commentator, the discussion explored how Florence Knoll's Total Design philosophy remains a powerful framework for creating cohesive, human-centred environments. From Knoll's modernist foundations to the realities of contemporary practice in Southeast Asia, the conversation highlighted design as both a cultural and strategic force.
Reflecting on the partnership and local relevance of the event, Chanintr Sirisant, CEO, CHANINTR, said: "Knoll's approach to design has always been grounded in clarity, purpose, and integrity, values that strongly resonate within the Thai design community. Hosting this conversation in Bangkok allowed us to connect global design thinking with local practice, and to explore how Total Design continues to inform meaningful, long-lasting environments today."
The panel also reflected on sustainability, longevity, and the value of specifying enduring design, themes that strongly resonate in the Thai market, where craftsmanship, materiality, and thoughtful reuse are increasingly central to architectural discourse.
Praveen Muppidi, Senior Regional Director, South Asia & South East Asia, MillerKnoll, added: "Southeast Asia is an increasingly important region for the MillerKnoll collective, and Thailand plays a key role in that growth. Bringing Knoll's Total Design philosophy into conversation with local designers is not about introducing something new, but about reconnecting with principles that continue to shape thoughtful, human-centred design across markets."
The event brought together architects, interior designers, and industry leaders for an evening of insight, dialogue, and connection, set against a curated presentation of Knoll's iconic modernist and contemporary pieces.
As Knoll continues to expand its presence across Southeast Asia, events such as this underscore the brand's commitment to engaging local design communities and reinforcing its role as a leader in modern architectural design.
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Knoll brings order and beauty to workplace, hospitality, and residential environments. Founded in New York City in 1938, the furniture and interiors brand is known for design collaborations with the architects, artists, and designers who shape our cultural zeitgeist. The Knoll portfolio features works from modernist greats including Eero Saarinen, Marcel Breuer, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, alongside new furniture designed by contemporary provocateurs like Willo Perron, Jonathan Muecke, and architecture firm Johnston Marklee. With a relational approach that considers color, material, finish, and form, Knoll allows architects and designers to deliver a complete experience of space. Learn more at Knoll.com.
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Knoll Explores Total Design with Thailand's Design Community in Bangkok
