DeepOcean has been awarded a contract to support the installation of inter-array cables in Phase 2 of the TPC offshore wind farm (TPC-II), located off the coast of Taiwan. This project reinforces the company’s presence in the growing Asia-Pacific offshore wind energy market.
Subsea cable installation in the offshore project
Specifically, the contract covers the installation of inter-array cables connecting the wind turbines to the offshore substations. It also includes engineering and project management services, which are essential to ensuring the correct execution of offshore operations.
The TPC-II farm will feature a 66 kV electrical grid linking 31 turbines through three interconnection loops. Subsequently, the energy will be transformed at an offshore substation and exported to shore via three subsea cables.
Technology and offshore operations
To carry out the work, DeepOcean will collaborate with Dong Fang Offshore and deploy the recently modernized vessel Orient Adventurer. This vessel incorporates advanced systems such as next-generation ROVs, an under-deck carousel, and specialized equipment for subsea cable laying.
These capabilities allow for the optimization of both the transport and installation of subsea electrical infrastructure, improving operational efficiency in complex offshore projects.
Strategic Expansion in Asia-Pacific
Furthermore, this contract aligns with DeepOcean’s growth strategy in the region. The acquisition of Shelf Subsea the previous year facilitated its entry into Asia-Pacific, consolidating its commitment to offshore renewable energy.
According to Mitchell Pike, Executive Vice President of Offshore Renewables, the award reflects the company’s ability to offer solutions tailored to local markets without losing its global focus.
In the same vein, Joel Ireland highlighted that the project represents a significant step forward in the company’s positioning within the offshore wind sector in the region.
Characteristics of the TPC-II wind farm
The TPC-II project is located between 6.5 and 20 kilometers off the coast of Lukang, in Changhua County. With a capacity of 295 MW and an area of 51 km², the farm will operate in depths ranging from 37 to 49 meters.
This development is part of Taiwan’s drive to strengthen its renewable energy infrastructure, particularly in the offshore wind energy segment.
Source and photo: DeepOcean