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The project will position Ocean Winds as the largest offshore wind operator in Scotland.
Ocean Winds has successfully installed the 60th and final Siemens Gamesa SG 14-222 DD wind turbine at the Moray West offshore wind farm project in the Moray Firth region of northern Scotland.
Each turbine, equipped with Power Boost, can generate up to 14.7MW, making them the largest offshore commercial turbines in Europe.
The 882MW Moray West wind farm is expected to be fully operational by 2025. It will position Ocean Winds as the largest offshore wind operator in Scotland upon completion.
The project has adhered to its timeline despite challenges such as extreme weather, grid connection and supply chain constraints.
Moray West project director Pete Geddes stated: “Moray West has set the bar high in terms of both technological innovation and rock-solid project execution. More important than ever, the project has been delivered on time, on budget and with the highest level of quality.”
Siemens Gamesa, part of Siemens Energy’s wind business, managed the pre-assembly of the turbines and manufactured all 180 blades at their Hull facility in the UK.
The marshalling of turbine components was undertaken at Port of Nigg, with the Cadeler heavy lift vessel Wind Orca handling installation and Siemens Gamesa technicians overseeing the commissioning of each turbine.
Following the installation of primary components, including foundations, substations and cables, the project will enter its commissioning and testing phase, aiming for full acceptance in 2025.
Moray West, part of Ocean Winds’ 6GW UK portfolio, is projected to contribute more than £800m ($1.01bn) to the Scottish economy and create 1,500 full-time equivalent (FTE) years in Scotland, with more than 60 long-term operational roles in Buckie.
Ocean Winds UK country manager Adam Morrison stated: “This is a fantastic milestone to mark the installation of all the wind turbines for Moray West. The project has some way to go before it is fully commissioned, nevertheless this landmark demonstrates Ocean Winds’ commitment to successful delivery through our fantastic professional and safe teams.
“With two more projects in development in the UK and Moray East already operating, we are proud to be leaders in the UK’s energy transition. I am pleased that our collaboration with Siemens Gamesa has reached this milestone on this state-of-the-art offshore wind project.”
More than half of Moray West’s investment and operating costs will benefit the UK economy, highlighting Ocean Winds’ commitment to local supply chains. |
