Orsted announced has awarded Taiwan Cogeneration Corporation (TCC) a contract to build the onshore substation for the 920MW Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms.
The contract award follows Orsted’s final investment decision on the sites last month.
Under the contract, Star Energy Corporation (SEC), 100% owned by TCC, will be responsible for all onshore deliverables, including design, Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC), and commissioning of the onshore transmission system.
The EPC scope includes a substation built using pre-cast methods, which strengthens QHSE management onsite, and high voltage 345kV electrical system to connect to the Taipower grid.
Orsted has obtained the land lease rights and construction permit within the Changhua Coastal Industrial Park to build the onshore substation, which is expected to be energised by the end of 2025.
“We are delighted to work with TCC and Star Energy again, and see them growing into a capable and competent supplier through collaborating with Orsted,” said chairperson for Orsted Taiwan Christy Wang.
“The two companies successfully delivered the world-class transmission system for Taiwan’s first large-scale offshore wind farm, marking an unprecedented achievement in the industry.
“The latest contract will further strengthen their capabilities and development and create business opportunities for local communities.”
Chairman of Taiwan Cogeneration Corporation Huang Shun-I added: “Our collaboration with Orsted provided valuable learnings on international offshore wind QHSE standards.
“We are proud of our remarkable safety record of 1.7 million hours without a recordable incident for the Greater Changhua 1 and 2a. We will continue to strive for excellence to complete the project on time, on budget, and safely.”