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The company Van Oord has completed the installation of all monopile foundations and transition pieces for the deployment of the Baltic Power wind farm. This advancement represents a strategic move for Poland’s electrical autonomy and the strengthening of its renewable energy network.
Completion of Monopile Foundation Deployment
The project employs state-of-the-art turbines with a unit capacity of 15 MW. The logistics management coordinated by Van Oord enabled the efficient handling of 78 monopile foundations and 76 transition components.
Technical execution has been maintained under strict safety and operational efficiency standards. This process ensures that the country’s first offshore wind installation remains on schedule for its commissioning.
In this regard, the modernization of the Svanen vessel has been instrumental in the success of the operations. The heavy-lift vessel received a 25-meter crane extension that increased its lifting capacity.
This technical improvement proved essential for handling the large-scale structures required by the new wind turbines. The Baltic Power project is the first deployment carried out with this upgraded fleet. Likewise, collaboration with Mammoet facilitated the transport of exceptionally large components in the port area.
On the other hand, the installation of transition pieces was managed by the DP2 MV Lone vessel from SAL. A specialized Van Oord team supervised each phase of the offshore operation to ensure precise coupling of the elements.
Finally, the consolidation of this wind farm marks the beginning of an extended industry presence in Polish territory. The project is the result of a strategic alliance between ORLEN and Northland Power.
The plant is estimated to begin commercial operations during the second half of 2026. With this solid foundation, the sector is now preparing to begin construction of the Baltica 2 complex. The ultimate goal is to cover 3% of national electricity demand through this sustainable and secure generation source.
Source and photo: Van Oord