Outland Renewable Energy First In United States

CANBY, Minn., April 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Outland Renewable Energy (Outland), a recognized leader in the wind energy services sector, announced today that it has achieved ISO 9001:2008 certification, becoming the first U.S.-based wind energy operations and maintenance (O&M) company to do so. Founded in 2005, today Outland has more than 100 wind turbine technicians who commission, operate, and maintain wind farms across the United States. Outland has more than 600 MW of wind turbines under long-term contract.

ISO 9001:2008 is a globally-accepted quality management standard codified by the Geneva-based International Organization for Standardization. To achieve ISO 9001:2008 certification, Outland had to demonstrate to an accredited independent auditor that it tracks and continuously improves the quality of services it provides to wind turbine owners. Outland's ISO 9001:2008 certification provides customers with objective proof that Outland's quality management system complies with the ISO's rigorous standards.

The milestone was noticed by many throughout Minnesota, including Governor Tim Pawlenty. "This is a great achievement for Outland and it sets an excellent example for other companies. Minnesota is among the nation's top states in the production of wind energy and companies like Outland will ensure that we continue to play a leading role in this growing industry," Governor Pawlenty said.  

"Quality matters when maintaining complex, multi-million dollar wind turbines sitting more than 250 feet above ground level. Achieving ISO 9001:2008 certification ensures that Outland's O&M services consistently exceed our customers' expectations. Our quality management system assures the integrity of our processes and reinforces the confidence that our clients have placed in us. We have a tireless and loyal team, and this certification is a reflection of their work on behalf of our customers and shareholders," stated Steve Scott, President and COO of Outland.

"The wind energy services industry is growing rapidly as the U.S. embraces wind as part of its energy mix," said Cam Winton, Director of Project Administration and in-house counsel, who added, "As the first U.S.-based wind energy O&M company to achieve ISO 9001:2008 certification, Outland is well-positioned to continue its leadership role in the industry."

In response to Outland's certification, Luc De Proost, Chief Business Development Officer of Hansen Transmissions International (an ISO 9001:2000 certified company) said, "Our cooperation with Outland has been a wonderful experience so far. As the first U.S.-based third-party maintenance company in the wind industry to achieve this certification, Outland clearly demonstrates its commitment to quality and the importance of continuous improvement."

About Outland Renewable Energy

Outland Renewable Energy is an established leader in commissioning, operating, and maintaining wind energy facilities throughout the United States. The company maintains its North American headquarters in Canby, Minnesota.

For more information, visit www.outlandenergy.com.

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