Vestas has secured a firm order for the 257MW Arcadis Ost 1 offshore wind project from Parkwind.
The manufacturer will deliver 27 V174-9.5MW turbines for the project.
MHI Vestas’ selection as preferred turbine supplier was previously reported in the subscriber-only edition of reNEWS.
The order confirms the fifth collaboration between Vestas (previously through MHI Vestas Offshore Wind) and Parkwind on offshore wind projects, and the first outside Belgium.
The V174-9.5 MW turbines will be installed using a new floating installation method, an industry-first, instead of the typical method using a jack-up vessel.
In collaboration with Parkwind and the vessel operator, Heerema Marine Contractors, a dual crane vessel will be used which enables the floating installation method, involving dynamic lifting and installation of all turbine components.
The new installation method prevents challenges with seabed and soil conditions by avoiding contact with the seabed altogether and therefore reduces project risk by allowing faster installation time, contributing to reducing the levelised cost of energy for the project.
Once installed, Vestas will also service Arcadis Ost 1 with a 15-year service contract.