Monopile manufacturing: Haizea begins wind project in the UK
Monopile manufacturing for the Norfolk Vanguard West offshore wind farm is now underway. Haizea Wind Group has started production of these large foundations at its plant in the Port of Bilbao, where it celebrated the project's launch with a sheet-cutting ceremony alongside members of the development team.
Furthermore, the contract represents a new step for the company in the offshore wind energy market , as it strengthens the activity of facilities specializing in large-format components for state-of-the-art wind turbines.
Norfolk Vanguard West will expand the UK's wind power
The Norfolk Vanguard West offshore wind farm will have a planned capacity of 1.4 GW . It is part of a joint development with Norfolk Vanguard East, and together they will reach an estimated installed capacity of 2.8 GW when operational.
The monopiles manufactured by Haizea form the structural base on which wind turbines are installed. These foundations are anchored to the seabed to support increasingly larger and more powerful turbines, a trend that marks the evolution of the offshore industry.
Bilbao consolidates its role as a monopile manufacturing center
Furthermore, this is the third major consecutive contract that Haizea has developed at its monopile plant in the Port of Bilbao since its launch in 2024.
Previously, the company manufactured components for East Anglia 3, a project promoted by Scottish Power, a subsidiary of Iberdrola. It is currently also continuing production for the Hornsea 3 complex, developed by the Danish group Ørsted.
The continuation of these projects maintains a high workload for the Biscayan plant and consolidates its role within the European offshore wind energy supply chain .
Haizea reinforces its commitment to large-scale monopiles
Thanks to the expansion of its facilities in Bilbao, Haizea has specialized in the manufacture of monopiles for wind turbines exceeding 15 MW. The company also has the technological capacity to produce foundations compatible with turbines exceeding 20 MW.
This specialization responds to the growing demand of the sector, which seeks to increase electricity production through larger wind turbines and reduce the number of structures needed in each offshore wind farm.
The company maintains its growth despite the market context
While the wind energy sector faces a scenario marked by international uncertainty, competitive pressure from Asian manufacturers and supply chain volatility, Haizea states that it continues to move forward according to its strategic plan.
The company maintains a workforce of around 1,500 professionals and argues that its adaptability and operational strength allow it to preserve its industrial activity and reinforce its presence in international markets.
During the presentation of the project, the CEO of Haizea Wind Group , Borja Zárraga, highlighted that the company aspires to continue playing a relevant role in European energy and industrial autonomy by manufacturing large components for the new generation of offshore wind farms.
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