China grows strength in wind turbines, takes top spot in key patents

Manufacturers flood global market with cheaper and larger products

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Chinese turbine makers like Mingyang and Goldwind are expanding exports with their low prices. (Goldwind Australia)

KOKI IZUMI and TAIYO SUZUKI, Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- China overtook Denmark to become the world leader in wind turbine patent competitiveness in 2023, looking to further expand its 60% global market share with bigger and cheaper turbines as the U.S. and Europe move to protect their industries.

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