Vestas has confirmed a previous conditional agreement to supply turbines for Equinor’s 810MW Empire Wind 1 project, which successfully rebid into New York’s fourth offshore wind solicitation (NY4).
The project was part of a larger Preferred Supplier Agreement for the combined Empire Wind 1 and 2 projects which was announced by Vestas in October 2021.
With a conditional order in place for the 810MW Empire Wind 1 project, Vestas said it is “pleased to see the project moving one step closer to realisation and looks forward to providing its industry-leading, type-certified V236-15.0MW offshore wind turbines”.
Vestas’ flagship offshore wind turbine, the V236-15.0MW, received its type certification late last year ensuring safety and quality.
The V236-15MW prototype turbine was installed in December 2022 and is undergoing the final verification campaign before serial production begins followed by installation in offshore wind projects.
“Ensuring the long-term viability and sustainability of the US offshore market relies heavily on the safe, timely and successful execution of the first wave of projects and this landmark project is a crucial step towards putting turbines in the water,” said Josh Irwin, Senior Vice President Offshore Sales, Vestas North America.
“We look forward to delivering an existing, reliable product and partnering with Equinor to help New York achieve its ambitious offshore wind energy goals and provide resilient wind energy to its communities.”