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Contact usBlades USA 2026
by Michelle Whittington | Jan 12, 2026 | Reading time: < 1 min
23–24 February 2026 | Austin, Texas, USA
Blades USA is the premier U.S. industry conference dedicated to the performance, technology, and lifecycle management of wind turbine blades. The event brings together engineers, materials scientists, asset owners, OEMs, and operational experts, providing a dynamic platform to:
- Share insights and best practices
- Explore cutting-edge blade technologies
- Build strategic connections that drive innovation across the wind power sector
Event website: Blades USA – be at the forefront of the wind power industry
RES Speakers
Andrei Buliga – Project Director
Panel Discussion: Day 1 | 09:05 – 10:35
Topic: Unlocking competitive advantage: the new era of asset management and O&M
Andrei will explore strategies to maximise operational performance and manage assets effectively, covering:
- Maximising revenue through operational decisions
- Advanced budget strategies: prioritising repairs and managing tight budgets
- Fleet benchmarking: which parameters are most crucial?
- Balancing O&M risk tolerance: cost efficiency vs long-term asset value
- Solutions for risk-modelling blades and tracking costs
Moderated Panel Discussion: Day 1 | 12:20 – 13:00
Focus on blade inspections, monitoring, and advanced techniques:
- Identifying the best timing for inspections and the most effective methods
- Establishing baseline blade condition: before operation or post-installation?
- Using inspections to detect and monitor damage or defects
- Benefits and applications of internal inspections
- Addressing carbon-fiber blade issues: is additional inspection required?
- Advances in non-destructive testing (NDT) and future techniques
