11th May 2023 in Operations, Project news, Supply Chain
Dogger Bank Wind Farm’s tier one contractor Hitachi Energy is currently scheduled to begin transporting the latest electricity transformers, for the project’s second phase Dogger Bank B, from Hull to the project’s East Riding convertor station site near Cottingham from June 4.
Like last year’s deliveries during the project’s first phase, the transformers will travel from Albert Dock, Hull via the A63, A1034 and the A1079. The size of the transformers requires the use of abnormal load vehicles. There will be four deliveries anticipated on the mornings of 4 June and 11, 18 and June, with each delivery taking between 6-8 hours, dependent on the conditions. Further updates will be provided by the project as necessary
Rachel Lawrence, Community Engagement Manager for Dogger Bank Wind Farm, said:
“We were extremely grateful for the patience of communities in this area during our first round of deliveries last year and while our contractor will again do everything it can to minimise disruption during these latest deliveries, it is possible some journey times may be slightly longer than normal, and we would ask the public for their understanding as we carry out this critical work.”
The transformers will be delivered on specialist girder frame trailers provided by UK firm Allelys. The trucks will be around 70 metres long and 5 metres wide and will travel at approximately 10 -15 miles per hour. To support the delivery the team has worked with contractors and local highway officials from East Riding of Yorkshire Council to carefully plan the route and minimise disruption to road users.
The specialist girder frame trailer will have a police escort to help manage traffic and make the process as smooth and safe as possible. Along the route, there may be a pause from time to time as the specialist trailer lowers its suspension to safely pass under bridges.
Overview of the route:
The delivery convoy consisting of the abnormal load vehicle, police and support vehicles will leave the Albert Dock in Hull and make its way westbound, along the A63 to join the A1034 at South Cave heading north. The convoy will then join the A1079 at Market Weighton, heading east until the outskirts of Beverley, where the vehicle will turn south remaining on the A1079 and is expected to arrive at the convertor station site entrance, located between Beverley and Cottingham in the afternoon on the specified dates.
The transformers will play an integral role in the operation of two onshore convertor stations in East Riding of Yorkshire that are currently under construction at the A1079 site between Beverley and Cottingham. Eventually they will convert the current from the wind farm for transmission via the national grid network to millions of UK homes after the renewable energy has made its way under the ground from the landfall point at Ulrome, between Bridlington and Hornsea.
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Picture caption: Allelys will deliver transformers to the Dogger Bank Wind Farm convertor station site.
18th April 2023 in Community News, Operations, Press releases, Project news, Supply Chain
Dogger Bank Wind Farm has partnered with Newcastle art gallery Gallagher & Turner to invest in local artwork which is being displayed permanently at the Operations and Maintenance Base in Port of Tyne.
- Major investment in local creative industry
- Over 30 pieces will be displayed
- All works to be displayed are by North East artists
- Employees invited to select the type of works to be displayed
The partnership represents a major investment in the local creative industry with over 30 pieces to be displayed, all by artists from North East England.
Clare Turner, Partner, Gallagher & Turner said: “The request to provide art for the Dogger Bank Operations and Maintenance base was an amazing opportunity for us to be able to assemble a portfolio of unique pieces by artists who work in the region. We immediately felt creatives whose practice relates to the local environment, the narratives of the Tyne, the North Sea coast, its history and the unique power of the landscape of the North East, were going to connect best with all our shared environmental concerns. We were also delighted to be asked to work with an organisation that is making a profound effort to connect with the local area commercially as well as visually by supporting a small independent art gallery.”
Employees at the O&M base helped select the type of works to be displayed, ensuring that the pieces would be enjoyed and appreciated by staff working at the state-of-the-art facility. Among the many artists featured, art works include a new Ringed Plover painted commission by Paul Henery, and Crispian Heath will be creating two new large scale glass commissions.
“Over the last thirty years we have been enthusiastic to run an exciting programme of continually changing exhibitions and with a pool of local talent to draw on we were able to propose a selection of original pieces for the building. We had some great involvement and feedback from the staff who were excited to see our proposals and going forward we are hopeful they will be continually inspired by these artworks” added Clare.
Dogger Bank Wind Farm plans to continue the partnership with Gallagher & Turner with a yearly Purchase Prize for art students at Sunderland and Newcastle Universities for the next 4 years, with the selected works to be displayed at the facility. Together, they also plan to commission three original murals to be displayed, working with the local community, South Tyneside Council and Foundation Press.
Felicity Wann, Operations Leader at Dogger Bank Wind Farm, said: “We wanted our new O&M base to reflect the Dogger Bank strategy of investing in the local community, as well as giving employees the opportunity to shape the O&M base and really make it their own. By investing in art by local artists we have been able to do both these things. Working with a fantastic local gallery, who guided us throughout and ensured we have a cohesive collection, reflecting the Dogger Bank environmental focus and the landscapes of North East England, has made the whole process a joy.”
Dogger Bank Wind Farm is a joint venture between SSE Renewables (40%), Equinor (40%) and Vårgrønn (20%). SSE Renewables is lead operator for the development and construction of Dogger Bank Wind Farm. Equinor will be lead operator of the wind farm on completion for its expected operational life of around 35 years.
The wind farm, which will generate 3.6 GW of capacity, is being built in three 1.2 GW phases, named Dogger Bank A, B & C, and will be able to power the equivalent of 6 million UK homes on completion.
Picture caption: North East artists visit Dogger Bank Wind Farm Operations and Maintenance Base. From Left to Right: Rosie Morris and Clare Turner (Gallagher & Turner), Rhiannon Robinson, Paul Henery, Lily Senner, Alex Charrington, Jill Campbell, Mark Halliday (Dogger Bank Wind Farm), Crispian Heath, and Felicity Wann and Tom Nightingale (Dogger Bank Wind Farm).
27th March 2023 in Project news, Supply Chain, Uncategorised
- Work involves mechanical and electrical activities for the pre-assembly of the towers and nacelles
- Award supports 90 local jobs associated with multi-year effort to install, test, and commission Dogger Bank Wind Farm
GE Renewable Energy has selected Eastgate Engineering, based in Billingham, Teesside, to provide mechanical and electrical activities for the pre-assembly of the towers and nacelles for the Haliade-X turbines to be used at Dogger Bank Wind Farm.
The contract is expected to support approximately 90 local jobs including electrical and mechanical technicians, supervision and project management.
The mechanical and electrical engineering work will be done at Able Seaton Port, the Dogger Bank Wind Farm marshalling harbour. The work began in January 2023 and is expected to continue throughout all three phases of the pre-assembly of the wind farm, which is set to conclude in 2026.
Dogger Bank Wind Farm Commercial Director Simon Bailey, said:
“Eastgate Engineering is a very welcome addition to our Dogger Bank Wind Farm supply chain, as they help us prepare for turbine installation later this year. The Billingham-based company is one of a number of firms in the north-east bringing expertise to our world-leading project, which is supporting more than 2,000 UK-based roles during construction and operation.”
Nathan Fahey, GE Project Director for the Dogger Bank Wind Farm, said:
“We are pleased to announce that we have selected Eastgate Engineering to provide mechanical and electrical engineering support for the Dogger Bank Offshore Wind farm. They have the expertise and strong local presence we are looking for in the companies we are engaging to support this project. This award is another in a series of contracts with companies in the Teesside area that will both support and create jobs today and well into the future.”
David Brennan, Managing Director of Eastgate Engineering, said:
“Eastgate Engineering is delighted to work in close partnership with GE to deliver the world’s largest offshore wind farm. Our highly skilled, locally based workforce is excited to support such a historic project with such an important role to play in bringing more clean, renewable offshore wind online in the UK.”
GE announced in December 2022 it had selected Mammoet UK, based in Thornaby Teesside, to supply onshore heavy lifting and transport for the staging and assembly of turbine components for Dogger Bank Wind Farm.
14th February 2023 in Construction, Press releases, Supply Chain
Edda Wind has launched a daughter craft crew transfer vessel (CTV) for use on Dogger Bank Wind Farm designed by UK-based industry pioneers Chartwell Marine.
The innovative new vessel has been built by Alicat Workboats Ltd and was named Boreas Worker. It was built on behalf of Astilleros Gondan SA before entering service for operator Edda Wind, as part of the firm’s contract during commissioning and construction of the first phase of Dogger Bank Wind Farm.
The 12-metre CTV, which will work in conjunction with Edda Wind’s fleet of hydrogen-ready commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs), is the first of a new catamaran daughter craft design to be commissioned.
The Chartwell daughter craft responds to the need in the offshore wind support market for low-emissions, cost-effective vessels, with the catamaran’s optimised hull form offering efficient fuel use as well as stability and manoeuvrability in choppy waters.
Boreas Worker has a capacity of 12 personnel and is designed to be conveniently deployed from CSOVs and ‘floatels’ during extended offshore stays, offering wind farm technicians comfortable and efficient access to turbines, vessels, and other critical project infrastructure.
Dogger Bank Wind Farm, a joint venture between SSE Renewables, Equinor, and Vårgrønn, is set to be the world’s largest offshore wind farm. The three phases of the project, known as A, B, and C, will provide an overall total capacity of 3.6GW, capable of powering 6 million homes.
Boreas Worker will form a versatile addition to Edda Wind’s fleet as it supports Phase A of construction this spring.
Andy Page, Director of Chartwell Marine, said:
“The Daughter Craft fulfils a key role in a modern support vessel fleet – giving vessel operators a way to safely transfer engineers from rest-space to work-space while out at sea for longer periods of time, ultimately streamlining the processes of turbine commissioning and maintenance.
“We’re excited to be able to contribute our design expertise to an offshore energy project of this scale, and especially one off our own shores. We’d like to thank our partners at Edda Wind for choosing us to help get Dogger Bank built.”
Kenneth Walland, CEO of Edda Wind, said:
“Daughter craft workboats give more flexibility to our offshore wind operations in addition to the CSOV — and we need to ensure that we set the same standards of technical availability, efficiency, and performance across every vessel in our fleet. Chartwell’s proven track record bringing innovative small vessel designs into operation made them a clear choice of partner for this project. We are therefore pleased to launch the Boreas Worker, joining the Edda Boreas in supporting the construction of Dogger Bank.”
Dogger Bank Wind Farm Commercial Director, Simon Bailey, said:
“The UK-designed Boreas Worker vessel will be a welcome addition to our construction and commissioning fleet, providing safe and efficient transfers for our team as we install our first turbines this year.”
26th January 2023 in Press releases, Supply Chain
GE Renewable Energy has selected waste management specialists J&B Recycling under a 3-year contract to provide a sustainable waste solution for Dogger Bank Wind Farm.
J&B Recycling are contracted by GE Renewable Energy, who are leading on construction and installation of their Haliade-X turbines offshore.
Dogger Bank Wind Farm Community Engagement Manager, Rachel Lawrence said:
“It’s great to see J&B Recycling joining other businesses from the north-east of England who’re playing an integral role in the construction of the world’s largest offshore wind farm.
“This award-winning recycling business will not only support the sustainability of the project with its zero waste to landfill strategy, local people will also benefit from the relationship through their investment in Feeding Families, which will be a welcome boost for some of the area’s most vulnerable residents at a challenging time for communities.”
Charlie Payne, Sales Manager at J&B Recycling, said:
“We are thrilled to have been awarded the contract for the Dogger Bank Wind Farm. It is an incredibly exciting project for the North East, especially for a company like J&B Recycling, who have championed green solutions since the 1990s.
“It is great to see the Dogger Bank project supporting local businesses like J&B Recycling and creating job opportunities for local people.”
“Supporting the local community is clearly very important to GE Renewable Energy. As part of our agreement, any revenue generated from recycling materials will be donated to a local charity. J&B Recycling support several charities throughout the year and on this occasion, we have chosen to work with Feeding Families. They are a charity based in the North East that support individuals and families experiencing food poverty. Given the current economic climate, we feel the money will go directly to supporting families that are really in need, across the whole of the North East, which is where we operate.”
Joe Colligan, Package Manager of the Dogger Bank Project for GE Renewable Energy, said:
“As a responsible supplier, we wanted to work with a local waste services provider to reduce the vehicle mileage and carbon footprint of the project. J&B Recycling’s Material Recycling Facility (MRF) in Hartlepool is located just 3.3 miles from the site, so they were ideally placed to provide the most sustainable solution.”
“We understand from J&B Recycling that they operate a zero waste to landfill solution and have a robust onward supply chain, so we are confident that materials recovered from the site will be recycled where possible, with non-recyclable material being used to generate energy.”
J&B Recycling’s Windermere MRF in Hartlepool is one of the largest facilities in the UK and recently won ‘Facility of the Year’ at the National Recycling Awards. The company works with businesses across the region and delivers kerbside contracts for 13+ local authorities, processing around 200,000 tonnes of waste per year.
Dogger Bank Wind Farm will be located more than 130 km off the Yorkshire coast and will generate enough renewable energy to power six million UK homes. A joint venture between SSE Renewables, Equinor and Vårgrønn, SSE Renewables is leading on Dogger Bank construction and delivery while Equinor will operate the wind farm on completion.
Turbine installation will begin this year, with GE Renewable Energy using Able Seaton as its marshalling harbour for turbine components. GE Renewable Energy has selected Mammoet UK, based in Thornaby Teesside, to supply onshore heavy lifting and transport for the staging and installation of turbines.
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Picture caption: Left to right: Sarah McPhie, Feeding Families; Charlie Payne, J&B Recycling; Joe Colligan, GE Renewable Energy
