2003

First patenting of the KiteGen technology.

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2005

Proof of concept with a first prototype of 30kW.

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2007

Development of the second prototype (30 kW, over 800 mt flying tests). 7th EU Framework Project: KiteGen considered as one of the best solutions in the production of clean energy.

2009

CESI-Research (now RSE): KG Carousel judged as the most promising solution for the exploitation of high altitude wind power.

2010

ENI AWARD- 1st prize to Doc. Lorenzo Fagiano: Control of Tethered Airfoils for High–Altitude Wind Energy Generation. Expo Shanghai: KiteGen as symbol of the Italian innovators.

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2010-2012

KiteGen Stem: development of the third prototype, 3 MW scale.

2011

Foundation of KiteGen Venture (ex Soter).

2013

Cooperation agreement with SABIC (Saudi Arabian Basic Industries) for the industrialization of the technology in MENA countries.

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2014

Preparation for the pre-industrial phase. Second capital increase.

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2015

Development and strengthening of global partnerships.

2016

Enhancement of international presence, opening of new KiteGen Venture branches abroad. Groundworks for the first operative farm.