Bureau Veritas has launched a new digital simulation tool called Opera to support the certification of floating offshore wind turbines.
Opera has been developed over 10 years and provides an independent and integrated modelling solution that includes all components of a floating wind turbine, from mooring systems to blades.
Bureau Veritas said the new solution includes integrated loads analysis taking into account all types of couplings and supports the design review team in case of technical issues.
Bureau Veritas senior vice president of technical and operations Laurent Leblanc said: “The development of Opera has been an amazing journey.
“We have built and improved our modelling capabilities over the years, in partnership with our clients.
“Today, we are in a position to perform any calculation to certify, give confidence and help de-risk any floating offshore wind turbine project.
“Opera will enable greater access to sustainable energy generated from wind, helping the offshore industry support the transition to an era of green, low-carbon operations.”