The Gunfleet Sands 3 Demonstration Project involved A2SEA’s SEA INSTALLER transporting and installing two Siemens 6MW turbines at the DONG Energy-owned and operated wind farm. Located off the coast of East Anglia, the project gave all three companies the opportunity to bring their latest technology to the table, and put it to the test. Continue reading
Though relatively young, the offshore wind industry is maturing quickly. As more and more players enter the industry, the need to align standards and processes across the industry is vital. To help decision makers in the offshore wind industry become better prepared and informed about crucial elements of the value chain, we will be documenting our vast knowledge and experience in a series of Best Practice Guides. Each guide will deal with a different aspect of offshore wind installation or service. This article introduces the first of these guides, outlining what customers need to know about choosing a transport and installation supplier. Continue reading
The crews of SEA JACK and SEA WORKER recently celebrated the completion of A2SEA’s involvement in the London Array Offshore Wind Farm, the world’s first 1GW offshore wind farm. A2SEA was contracted to install monopiles, transition pieces and 70 Siemens 3.6 MW turbines for Phase 1 of the 175-turbine site. Continue reading