The Gemini wind farm, one of the largest in the Netherlands, has regained full operational capacity following the successful repair of an export cable. This cable connects the farm to the coast of Groningen, enabling the distribution of renewable energy. renewable energy to approximately 900,000 households. NKT, renowned for its expertise in cable services, led the repair operation.
The failure of the submarine cable during the summer affected the wind farm’s ability to generate power, creating an urgent need to restore service. In response, the team of repair experts worked around the clock to replace the damaged section of the cable. The team, responsible for the cable’s connection between the wind farm and the shore, completed the work in record time, ensuring that the supply of renewable energy was quickly resumed.
Gemini wind farm returns to full capacity
Axel Barnekow Widmark, executive vice president of NKT, noted the importance of collaboration in these types of complex operations, as the restoration of subsea connections requires a high level of technical expertise. With his vast experience in both onshore and offshore repairs, he demonstrated his ability to address critical energy infrastructure challenges.
In addition to its repair services, the company offers a variety of cable lifecycle solutions, including troubleshooting and emergency preparedness. These preventive and corrective measures are essential to avoid prolonged interruptions in power supply. power supplysuch as those that could have been caused by the cable failure at Gemini.
With the export cable restored, the Gemini wind farm is back in full operation, providing a crucial source of clean, sustainable energy for thousands of households in the Netherlands. This type of infrastructure is key to the transition to renewable energy and the reduction of carbon emissions in Europe.
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