LM Wind Power would not confirm the deal has been finalised and says it is still in negotiations. But Eolice, based in São José dos Campos, and the state of Pernambuco have announced the construction of the R$100m ($54m) blade factory.

A memorandum of understanding has been signed with Eolice, Lene Mi Ran Kristiansen, manager of communications at LM Wind Power, tells Recharge.

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