Pune, India: Suzlon Group is strengthening its global leadership structure to drive the next phase of international growth under its Suzlon 2.0 strategy, with the appointment of Paulo Fernando Soares as President – Europe.
Paulo will lead Suzlon’s European operations with a mandate to develop regional capabilities, forge strategic partnerships, strengthen customer engagement, and drive market access across Europe. His role will also encompass building a robust organizational framework to ensure long-term success across European markets. Suzlon currently operates in 17 countries globally.
With nearly four decades of experience in building and expanding wind energy businesses across key markets like Germany, Brazil, China and Spain, Paulo has worked with leading Western and Asian Wind OEMs. His proven track record includes leadership roles in business development, sales, operations. He previously served Suzlon for 5 years, playing a key role in setting up its Asian operations.
Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman, Suzlon Group, said, “We are happy to welcome Paulo back as Suzlon accelerates its global ambitions. With Europe being one of the largest wind energy markets, it represents a strategic growth opportunity for us. Paulo’s deep knowledge of wind technology, customers, and first-hand experience across multiple global markets will help our global growth strategy immensely.”
Paulo Fernando Soares, President – Europe, Suzlon Group, said, “I am excited to rejoin Suzlon and collaborate with its global and Indian leadership teams once again. Suzlon has been one of the earliest trailblazers in the wind energy industry and advocated for wind to get its rightful place in the global energy transition. Suzlon has a strong track record, reliable world-class technology, and international market experience, which will help us to expand its market share further.”
