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In the Netherlands, the OranjeWind offshore wind project has started its first physical offshore activities with the installation of the filter layer.
On behalf of Jan De Nul, the specialized vessel Simon Stevin has started the placement of rock material on the seabed. This layer acts as an erosion protection system and ensures the necessary stability for the installation of the foundations.
As planned, this phase will allow progress to be made towards the installation of the 53 foundations that will support the turbines. turbines turbines. The filter layer acts as a structural base, preventing soil displacement and protecting the infrastructure from marine conditions.
The material used in this operation is also transported from Norway to the project area, located 53 kilometers off the coast of IJmuiden. The precise placement of the rocks is carried out by means of a vertical pipeline system integrated into the vessel.
Progress of the OranjeWind offshore wind farm
From the project management, Matthias Esken pointed out that the start of these activities confirms the fulfillment of the schedule after months of preparation. In the coming months, progress is expected to be made with the installation of foundations and the laying of cables.
The wind farm will have 53 V236 15 MW wind turbines supplied by Vestas, reaching a total capacity of up to 795 MW. This production will supply renewable electricity to more than one million homes.
On the other hand, work on this initial phase is expected to be completed in May, consolidating progress towards the complete construction of the wind farm, which is scheduled to start operations in 2028.
Source and photo: OranjeWind