Taihan has taken a firm step into the offshore wind sector by successfully completing the installation of export cables at the Yeonggwang Nakwol offshore complex, located off the coast of Jeollanam-do, South Korea. With a projected capacity of 364.8 MW, this infrastructure will be able to power some 250,000 homes per year.
The work was carried out by the Taihan-owned cable-laying vessel PALOS on its first mission since its operation. put into operation. The installation was divided into two phases, covering two lines of 28 kilometers each. The first phase took place in May and the second phase was completed in early July. Subsequently, the laying of inter-array laying of inter-array cables, also manufactured bycables, also manufactured by the company.
Technical characteristics of PALOS
PALOS is the only cable-laying vessel designed and built in South Korea specifically for subsea operations of this type. Equipped with a DP2 dynamic positioning system and anchoring mode, it can adapt to different marine environments, from deep water to shallow coastal areas. This makes it a versatile solution for complex projects.
Thanks to its flat bottom and hybrid capability, the vessel offers greater accuracy, speed of installation and resistance to adverse weather conditions, significantly outperforming the traditional towed barges (CLB). (CLB).
Impact of cable laying on South Korea’s energy future
This breakthrough is more than a logistical achievement. It marks the consolidation of Taihan as a key player in the offshore wind value chain. offshore wind energyThe company has also completed its first production plant in Dangjin and is planning to set up its first production plant in Dangjin. The company has also completed its first production plant in Dangjin and plans a second factory specializing in 640 kV HVDC cables.
With this deployment, Taihan strengthens its position to actively participate in future initiatives such as the West Coast HVDC Energy Highway, contributing to the country’s ambitious decarbonization plans.
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