Rechargeunderstands that to avoid a clash between two big European wind events, the organisations would consider working together in Hamburg on alternate years from 2016onwards. Butthe exact nature of any co-operation is unclear at this stage.

AnEWEA spokesman confirmed that discussions are ongoing, but said reports that a deal had been struck are incorrect. An official statement will be releasedonce an agreement has been reached, he added.

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