The Port of Blyth has been selected by Seaway 7 as the location for the storage and mobilisation of array cables for the 1075MW Seagreen offshore wind farm off the coast of Angus, Scotland.
The Northumberland based port has already started to receive cable into quayside storage tanks, designed and built by its in-house technical team.
In total, approximately 12,000 tonnes of array cable will pass through the Port’s Battleship Wharf Terminal, prior to installation in 2022.
Port of Blyth chief executive Martin Lawlor said: “Clearly, we are delighted to have been selected by Seaway 7 and look forward to working with them over the course of the project which will only enhance our reputation as one of the UK’s leading offshore energy hubs.
“We are confident that the award will help to attract further contracts to support the sector.”
The contract will also provide a boost to training and education around the Blyth Estuary, offering ‘real world’ experience to students of STEM subjects, from primary school to apprenticeship level.
Lawlor added: “It’s a real added bonus that this contract can act as a practical learning resource to the thousands of local students focused on the sector.
“We hope they can become part of the future for offshore wind where there are great opportunities for a rewarding career.”