Skyborn Renewables has switched turbine choice for its 945MW Gennaker offshore wind project to Siemens Gamesa 15MW models, from the original 9MW machines.
The move came after the developer signed an updated Master Supply Agreement with the manufacturer for the delivery of 63 SG 14-236 DD units.
The new hardware has a power boost of up to 15MW and a rotor diameter of 236 metres.
Skyborn said the agreement strengthens the long-term partnership between the two companies and upgrades the turbine technology to state-of-the-art models, replacing the 2022 Master Supply Agreement which provided for the delivery of 103 SG 8.0-167 DD Siemens Gamesa units (with a power boost of up to 9MW).
The developer said Gennaker continues to progress with the main soil investigation nearing completion, foundation design contract signed, and responses to tenders for other main wind farm components and installation vessels under review.
“Securing this new Master Supply Agreement for the wind turbines is an important milestone for the Gennaker project, solidifying further planning – especially important in today’s tight supply chain environment,” said Skyborn chief executive Patrick Lammers.
He added: “It is also testament to the strong commitment of all parties involved in realising the project.
“Offshore wind power is critical for boosting renewables in the energy mix. The Gennaker project will directly contribute to Germany’s and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania’s climate goals.”
Gennaker is approximately 15km north of the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula, and the project area sits within a designated priority zone for offshore wind energy in the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania coastal sea.
Skyborn secured the initial building permit for the Gennaker site in May 2019 and maintains site exclusivity for development. Offshore construction works are planned to commence in 2027.