Scottish onshore wind developer Muirhall Energy has made a “significant” capital investment in SENSEWind.
SENSEWind is a Self-Erecting Nacelle and Service System that installs and services large wind turbines without special cranes or crane vessels.
The six delivery partners on the concept project are Geodis, Creadis, Xodus, Green Marine, OREC and Houlder.
According to its developers, it can be used for all onshore and offshore turbines on taller towers, in deeper waters and further offshore, including floating wind structures.
Muirhall chief executive Chris Walker said: “The SENSE technology is in the right place at the right time.
“As onshore turbines grow taller and are placed in more remote locations, it’s imperative that the industry adopt innovative solutions like this.
“Given the rapid pace our sector is moving, this technology’s time is now.”
SENSEWind non-executive board member Julian Brown said: “This investment is not only a strong statement of belief in our technology, but also provides a powerful pathway to market.
“Onshore wind projects are moving into more remote areas and offshore wind turbines are being placed further from shore, putting a strain on OPEX reduction and safety records.
“An innovative, self-erecting installation solution like SENSE unlocks these constraints and will allow the wind industry to continue scaling up to provide affordable, clean energy to the world.”
The Sense concept will be put through its paces on a fully operational 2MW floating wind turbine with installation set for late 2023.