Haizea Wind Group has begun producing monopiles for the Norfolk Vanguard West offshore wind farm in the UK, which is owned and developed by RWE.
RWE obtained a Contract for Difference (CfD) for the 1,380 MW Norfolk Vanguard West during Allocation Round 7 (AR7) in January. This, alongside CfDs for the 1,380 MW Norfolk Vanguard East, two Dogger Bank South projects, and the Awel y Môr offshore wind farm, marks a significant development for RWE.
Following the CfD award, RWE announced a partnership with global investment firm KKR for the Norfolk Vanguard projects.
In February, the company placed an order with Vestas for 92 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines for Norfolk Vanguard West, followed by an order for Norfolk Vanguard East in March.
Last month, Lamprell announced the fabrication of transition pieces for the Norfolk Vanguard projects at its UAE facility, under a 2024 contract with RWE.
For Haizea Wind Group, Norfolk Vanguard West is the third consecutive monopile contract at its Bilbao facilities, following the East Anglia Three project for ScottishPower Renewables and Ørsted’s Hornsea 3 project.
“Haizea Wind Group holds a leadership position in Europe in the manufacture of monopiles for wind turbines exceeding 15 MW, following the expansion of its Bilbao facilities,” stated the company in a press release on 23 June.
“Despite industry volatility and global geopolitical uncertainties, Haizea Wind Group continues to achieve its strategic and business objectives, maintaining positive growth.”
Borja Zárraga, CEO of Haizea Wind Group, emphasized the company’s role in supporting Europe’s energy independence and industrial autonomy, highlighting its capability to produce XXL components for turbines over 20 MW.
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