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We would like to invite you to come and see the posters at our upcoming conference. The posters will showcase a diverse range of research topics, and will give delegates an opportunity to engage with the authors and learn more about their work. Whether you are a seasoned researcher or simply curious about the latest developments in your field, we believe that the posters will offer something of interest to everyone. So please join us at the conference and take advantage of this opportunity to learn and engage with your peers in the academic community. We look forward to seeing you there!
PO095: Performance analysis and comparison of the first large-scale offshore floating wind projects
Jean-Baptiste Rougeot, Offshore Energy Analyst Manager, Spinergie
Abstract
With only 230 MW of installed capacity worldwide in 2023, offshore floating wind technology remains a minor player compared to its fixed-bottom counterpart, which saw a cumulative installed capacity of 36 GW by 2023 (excluding China). However, there has been a significant leap in the development of floating wind in recent years, marked by the successful commissioning of the first commercial-scale wind farms, including Hywind Tampen (2023) and Kincardine (2022). The development of these first large-scale projects has employed diverse installation strategies, giving future planners an invaluable roadmap. There is a growing anticipation that floating wind could constitute as much as 22% of the total installed capacity by 2030. As the industry attempts to chart this significant growth in the years to come, lessons from the installation experience of these early-stage projects will be essential. This study is a comprehensive analysis of the activities associated with each vessel involved in the distinct phases of turbine installation, namely anchor installation, towing, and hook-up. The primary objective is to identify opportunities for enhancing efficiency throughout the installation process. By delving into critical installation performance metrics derived from recent large-scale floating wind farm projects such as WindFloat Atlantic, Kincardine, Hywind Tampen, and Provence Grand Large, this paper offers valuable insights and actionable recommendations for the optimal selection of cost-effective marine spread configurations.
