Sky Climber Renewables becomes Authorized Service Provider for ZF Wind Power Gearboxes

Jun 30, 2025 | Press Release

Sky Climber Renewables, a leading provider of renewable energy field services, today announced it has been named an Authorized Service Provider (ASP) for ZF Wind Power, a global leader in gearbox technology for the wind energy industry. This designation enables Sky Climber Renewables to deliver ZF-certified inspection, maintenance, and repair services across a wide range of utility-scale wind turbine platforms.

As an ASP, Sky Climber Renewables (SCR) technicians are trained and certified to provide field-based gearbox services on dedicated GE and Siemens Gamesa RE platforms using OEM-approved procedures and tools. This partnership reinforces the companies’ shared commitment to supporting the performance, longevity, and reliability of wind turbine assets through high-quality, technically aligned services.

Our collaboration with ZF is built on a foundation of technical trust and operational excellence,” said Chad DiFranco, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, SCR. “We’re proud to be recognized as an Authorized Service Provider and are committed to delivering ZF-approved service to customers operating some of the most advanced wind energy technology in the industry today.”

This ASP agreement strengthens both companies’ support models for wind farm owners and operators by combining ZF Wind Power’s gearbox engineering leadership with Sky Climber Renewables’ deep field service expertise and national technician network.

“ZF Wind Power is excited to expand our global service partner ecosystem with the addition of Sky Climber Renewables,” said Ninde Stigen, Western Region Account Manager, ZF Group. “Their experience and focus on field excellence make them a strong addition to our Authorized Service Provider network.”

Looking Ahead

As the wind energy market continues to scale, SCR and ZF Wind Power are aligned in their commitment to supporting long-term asset reliability and industry growth. The partnership opens new opportunities to elevate service quality and reduce operational risk for turbine owners across North America.

“This partnership with ZF Wind Power represents more than a credential—it’s a shared commitment to advancing the performance and longevity of wind energy infrastructure,” said Chad Duke, Vice President of Business Development – Major Repairs & Upgrades at SCR. “We’re excited to grow this relationship and help customers navigate the evolving demands of turbine service with the confidence that comes from OEM-backed support.”

About ZF Wind Power

ZF Wind Power is a global leader in technology-driven manufacturing and a global wind turbine gearbox service partner. The company is leading the high-performance onshore segments with SHIFT compact modular platform designs. ZF delivered the world’s first offshore 9.5 MW wind turbine gearbox and, in close cooperation with its partner, delivered the first next-generation offshore powertrains. The company has the world’s largest installed capacity MW offshore wind turbine gearboxes. Since it entered the wind industry in 1979, ZF Wind Power has delivered more than 85,000 gearboxes, powering over 205 GW (mainly high-performance) wind turbines. Together with its partners, the company continuously invests in the wind market to empower a sustainable future.

About Sky Climber Renewables

Sky Climber Renewables is a trusted provider of technical field services for the renewable energy industry, specializing in wind turbine inspection, maintenance, and corrective repair. With a coast-to-coast technician footprint and a proven safety-first culture, SCR supports asset owners, OEMs, and operators with the expertise and flexibility needed to maintain peak performance across complex energy infrastructure.

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