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The Vaðalda Wind Farm marks a significant milestone in Iceland’s energy transition as the country’s first utility-scale wind power project.
Located east of the Þjórsá River and south of the Sultartangi Dam, the wind farm will comprise 28 wind turbines and will become an integral part of Landsvirkjun’s renewable energy portfolio.
Verkís has played a key role in supporting the project through transportation planning and infrastructure improvements required for the delivery of turbine components from Þorlákshöfn to the construction site. The work included route assessments, road widening, intersection modifications, and the relocation of roadside infrastructure to accommodate oversized transport loads.
The transport operation represents one of the most extensive logistics projects undertaken in Iceland, involving a 130-kilometre route across five municipalities. The project demonstrates how infrastructure planning, transportation logistics, and engineering expertise can successfully support the deployment of large-scale renewable energy infrastructure.
In parallel, Verkís is responsible for the design of a new Swan-certified service building in Hella, which will support the operation and maintenance of the wind farm and provide facilities for Landsvirkjun and turbine supplier Enercon.
Wind turbines
Transport route
Maximum convoy length
The Vaðalda Wind Farm is Iceland’s first utility-scale wind energy project, requiring the transport and installation of large wind turbine components across a complex 130-kilometre route. The project demanded extensive infrastructure upgrades and careful logistics planning to enable the safe delivery of oversized components while supporting the country’s transition to renewable energy.
Verkís provided transportation planning and engineering services for the project, including route assessments, road widening, intersection modifications and the relocation of roadside infrastructure to accommodate oversized transport. In addition, Verkís designed a Swan-certified service building that will support the long-term operation and maintenance of the wind farm.
The project has established the infrastructure needed to deliver Iceland’s first commercial-scale wind farm, paving the way for future wind energy developments. By combining transportation engineering, infrastructure design and sustainable building expertise, Verkís has helped support a landmark renewable energy project that strengthens Iceland’s diversified clean energy portfolio.
Technical information
Location:
Vaðalda, south Iceland
Size:
28 wind turbines
Project period:
2025 –
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