Aerones Attracting Industry Talent with its Rapid Expansion and Novel Technology

Aerones, a global leader in robotic wind turbine inspection and maintenance, is revolutionizing wind energy with automation and saw record-breaking growth in 2024, doubling its revenue, and expanding its global presence.

Known for its industry-leading hardware for turbine inspections and repairs, Aerones is now advancing into AI-driven analytics, creating a state-of-the-art customer platform for data-driven and cost-effective decision-making. These innovations support reliability centered maintenance practices by expanding the range of preventative and predictive options for blades.

The company has strengthened its leadership with Dr. Ashley Crowther joining the management team, as Chief Commercial Officer, bringing 20 years of experience in turbine reliability and analytics and a track record of growing technology companies that reduce the cost of turbine operations.

Crowther points to industry needs, “Blades are a considerable pain point right now, and there are challenges that must be addressed if we are to deliver the energy transformation; improvements are needed across manufacturing quality, reliability, skilled labour and in predictive analytics, and the industry is responding.”

Aerones has partnered with major OEMs and the largest turbine owners globally to develop technology that supports this challenge. Its advanced robotics, particularly for blade leading-edge repairs, is scaling rapidly to meet growing demand. Recent expansions include a new hub in Dallas, Texas, enhanced operations in the U.S. and EU, and new services in Australia, ensuring its solutions reach key markets.

Crowther continues, “When I saw the innovation that Aerones has achieved with these novel robotic solutions, and the breadth of adoption by experienced operators, I was excited to jump on board. Given the scale the industry needs to achieve, there won’t be enough skilled labour, and it’s too expensive to maintain the blades properly, the automation addresses this perfectly.  We will drive down these costs”.

By leveraging AI and automation, Aerones’ robots collect vast amounts of data to train algorithms that optimize inspection and repair schedules, transforming turbine maintenance and are being used across the life cycle, from the factory through to life extension.

Aerones is also investing in workforce development, positioning itself as a leading employer in the clean energy sector. The company’s innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability reinforce its leadership in the global renewable energy transition.