Rope Partner, a leading US provider of wind turbine blade repair, at-height services and turbine cleaning, joins FairWind as the company enters its next phase of international growth
London, UK – 10 June 2026 – Funds advised by Magnesium Capital LLP (“Magnesium”) have completed the sale of Rope Partner, Inc. (“Rope Partner”) to FairWind A/S (“FairWind”), a global wind turbine installation and services company headquartered in Denmark and backed by leading European private equity investor, Triton Partners (“Triton”). Financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.
Rope Partner is a leading US provider of wind turbine blade repair, at-height technical services and turbine cleaning, serving more than 60 wind asset owners, independent power producers (IPPs) and OEMs through direct, long-standing customer relationships. Founded in 2001, the Company employs over 135 people and operates a purpose-built rope access technician training facility in Denver, Colorado, with all courses certified by the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT). Over more than two decades, Rope Partner has built a reputation for technical excellence and an outstanding safety record.
Magnesium acquired Rope Partner in January 2020, partnering with CEO Eric Stanfield and the management team to support the Company’s continued growth and strengthen its position in the North American market. During that period, the Company delivered consistent year-on-year growth and continued to expand its customer base. A core element of the strategy was a deliberate focus on direct relationships with asset owners and broad customer diversification, an approach that proved highly effective in building a resilient and growing business.
The acquisition by FairWind creates a complementary platform spanning the full wind asset lifecycle, combining FairWind’s global installation and service capability with Rope Partner’s specialist expertise in blade repair and at-height operations. Rope Partner will continue to operate under its existing brand as a FairWind Group company, and the existing leadership team.
Daniel Wild, Partner at Magnesium Capital, said: “Eric and the broader team have built a great business. The Company grew consistently throughout our ownership, extended its service offerings and the customer base expanded significantly, all whilst maintaining an unparalleled quality and safety record. FairWind is the right platform for the next phase of growth and we look forward to seeing what Rope Partner will achieve as part of this larger group.”
Eric Stanfield, CEO of Rope Partner, said: “Joining FairWind not only strengthens our position in the North American renewables market but opens up real opportunities for growth as part of a leading wind energy company. Magnesium has been a great partner throughout this period, and together we have built a stronger business that is well positioned for what comes next. We are looking forward to reaching new markets, bringing greater capability to our clients, and playing a bigger role in the global transition to sustainable energy, while upholding the safety and quality reputation that both companies have built over the years.”
Gneiss Energy acted as financial adviser to the Sellers. Legal advice to the Sellers was provided by Walker Morris LLP (UK), DLA Piper (Denmark) and Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP (US).
As part of the transaction, funds advised by Magnesium and certain members of the Rope Partner management team have retained a minority interest in FairWind alongside Triton.
About Magnesium Capital
Magnesium Capital is a London-based private equity firm focused on the energy transition. The firm advises on investments in fast-growing technology and service businesses enabling the shift to a decentralised, decarbonised and digitised energy system. Magnesium takes a flexible investment approach and partners with management teams to provide capital and strategic support to businesses seeking to accelerate their growth. Magnesium Capital LLP is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
www.magnesiumcapital.com
About Rope Partner
Rope Partner is a leading US provider of wind turbine blade repair, at-height technical services and turbine cleaning. Headquartered in [Santa Cruz, California], the Company serves more than 60 of the world’s leading wind asset owners, independent power producers and OEMs through direct customer relationships built over more than two decades. Rope Partner will continue to operate as a FairWind Group company.
www.ropepartner.com
About FairWind
FairWind is a provider of complete solutions for the installation and service of onshore and offshore wind turbines. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Vejle, Denmark, the company operates in more than 40 countries across Europe, North America, South America, Asia and Oceania.
www.fairwind.com/en
