Moray West has set a new benchmark for offshore wind farm construction with the installation of one of the world’s largest turbines, completing its offshore phase in 415 days. This achievement highlights the effectiveness of project planning and execution, showcasing Ocean Wind’s position as a leader in the offshore wind sector.
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Key project highlights:
- Foundation installation: Completed in 239 days
- Turbine installation: Achieved in 215 days
Moray West demonstrates how advanced offshore wind technologies and collaborative expertise can deliver results, even as other UK projects face delays. Explore detailed construction insights in the dashboard below.
Key Installation Insights for Moray West Offshore Wind Farm
Foundation Installation
The foundation installation phase reflected the latest trends in offshore wind construction, emphasizing the use of floating heavy-lift vessels:
- Boskalis’ Bokalift 2 successfully installed 31 monopiles, showcasing efficiency and precision.
- DEME’s Orion 1 handled the remaining 29 monopiles, while their Apollo vessel installed all 60 transition pieces.
- This phased approach follows the increasing industry trend of separate monopile and transition piece installations to optimize vessel utilization and reduce costs.
Cable Installation
- Inter-array cable installation was led by Seaway7’s Seaway Aimery, ensuring seamless electrical connectivity between turbines.
Turbine Installation Milestones
- Moray West marked the first offshore deployment of Siemens Gamesa’s SG 14.7-222 DD turbines, a major milestone for next-generation offshore wind technology.
- The project also showcased Cadeler’s Wind Orca in its debut turbine installation campaign after its crane upgrade, proving its readiness for handling larger turbines.
By combining cutting-edge technology, vessel expertise, and a phased installation approach, Moray West has set a new industry standard for efficient offshore wind farm development.
