Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from BorWin6, Hanwha, Seatrium, GE, and others.
BorWin6 HVDC Converter Jacket Loadout Completed in the UAE
The BorWin6 offshore grid connection project has reached a major construction milestone with the successful loadout of the HVDC converter jacket in the United Arab Emirates. The jacket forms the foundation of the offshore converter platform, a critical component for transmitting large volumes of offshore wind power to the German grid. Completion of the loadout marks progress toward offshore installation and reflects strong international collaboration in offshore wind supply chains. The BorWin6 project will significantly expand grid connection capacity in the North Sea, enabling integration of new offshore wind farms and strengthening energy security. For consumers, the project supports delivery of reliable, low-carbon electricity at scale. The milestone underscores continued investment in offshore transmission infrastructure, a key enabler of Europe’s energy transition and net-zero ambitions.
Hanwha Wins Jack-Up Vessel Contract, Strengthening Offshore Wind Supply Chain
South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean has secured a new jack-up vessel contract, reinforcing its position in the fast-growing offshore wind and marine construction market. The deal covers the construction of a high-specification jack-up vessel designed to support offshore wind turbine installation and maintenance activities. The contract highlights continued investment in offshore wind infrastructure, as global project pipelines expand and demand rises for advanced installation vessels. For developers, modern jack-up vessels offer higher lifting capacity, improved efficiency, and safer offshore operations, helping reduce project timelines and costs. The award strengthens Hanwha’s order book and underlines Asia’s growing role in the global offshore wind supply chain, supporting long-term growth, energy transition goals, and the expansion of clean power generation worldwide.
Seatrium and GE Start Work on Nederwiek 2 Offshore Platform to Boost North Sea Wind
Seatrium, together with GE, has commenced work on the Nederwiek 2 offshore platform, a key infrastructure project supporting the expansion of offshore wind power in the North Sea. The platform will play a critical role in electricity transmission and grid connection, enabling large volumes of renewable energy to be transported efficiently to onshore networks. The project reflects continued investment in offshore grid infrastructure, essential for integrating new wind farms and maintaining power system stability. For developers and consumers, Nederwiek 2 will help deliver reliable, low-carbon electricity, enhance energy security, and support long-term decarbonization goals. The collaboration highlights strong industrial partnerships across the offshore wind supply chain, reinforcing Europe’s commitment to scaling renewable energy capacity and achieving net-zero targets.
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