MHI Vestas reaches Burbo finish

A2Sea has completed installation of all 32 MHI Vestas V164 8MW turbines at Dong Energy’s 258MW Burbo Bank 2 wind farm in Liverpool bay.

The final 64 metre blade was fitted on Wednesday evening by jack-up Sea Installer, the turbine manufacturer said.

The first turbine was installed at the project on 8 September. It is the model’s debut commercial deployment.

Project director Claus Bøjle Møller said the “major milestone” comes after first power was delivered last month. 

“This is the first time the 8MW turbines have been installed offshore, so it is an exciting time for the entire industry. By using more powerful turbines we are able to bring down the cost of providing clean, renewable energy to homes around the UK,” he said.

MHI Vestas chief operating officer Flemming Ougaard said the completion of the project was also a milestone for the turbine manufacturer.

“I am proud of the commitment and excellent work of the entire installation team at MHI Vestas and the team from A2Sea and Dong Energy who worked with us on this project. Now our focus turns to the commissioning of the turbines and bringing them into full operation, prior to handing the project over to DONG Energy.”

Image: a V164 at Burbo Bank 2 (Dong)