NKT has secured a firm order for the HVDC export power cable system for the 1400MW East Anglia Three (EA3) offshore wind farm, off the UK.
As per the announcement on 7 July 2022, NKT signed a contract for the cable system for the prospective offshore wind farm with project developer ScottishPower Renewables.
The turnkey contract comprises the design, manufacturing and installation of the complete 320kV HVDC export power cable system for delivery in 2025.
NKT has added the project to its high-voltage order backlog with a contract value in excess of €250m in market prices.
NKT President and CEO Claes Westerlind said: “We are very pleased to confirm the award with ScottishPower Renewables and we look forward to contributing to the project with our HVDC turnkey capabilities and knowhow.
“Offshore wind is key for the green transition of the power supply and with the potential to supply over one million UK homes with renewable offshore wind energy, East Anglia THREE is an important step in connecting a greener world.
Managing Director for the East Anglia Hub offshore wind farms, Ross Ovens, added: “The confirmation of the cable contract with NKT is yet another important milestone as we progress the construction programme for this major project, which will be the world’s second largest wind farm when completed in 2026.
“We look forward to working with NKT to bring it to life and help deliver a cleaner, greener and better future, quicker.”
EA3 will consist of 95 wind turbines located 69 km off the UK coast in the North Sea covering an area of 305 sq km.
The contract does not change the 2023 financial outlook for NKT.
The order comprises a 320 kV HVDC export cable system, based on two 150 km offshore cable and two 40 km lengths of onshore cabling.