Renewable Energy Systems (RES) has clinched a pivotal contract to provide high voltage (HV) services for ScottishPower Renewables' ambitious 1400MW East Anglia Three offshore wind farm. The agreement positions RES' HV team as the key player responsible for managing all aspects of electrical safety during the construction and commissioning phases of the project.
In its role as the HV contractor, RES will ensure the strict adherence to ScottishPower Renewables' electrical and mechanical safety rules, serving as the primary switching authority until the operational handover to the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) provider. Additionally, RES will contribute to the construction efforts by establishing and managing a control center service on-site, overseeing the wind farm, converter stations, and export cable.
Simon Deacon, Operations and Maintenance Director for RES in the UK&I, expressed enthusiasm about the contract, stating, “We're delighted to be awarded a defining contract for East Anglia Three.” Deacon highlighted the significance of RES' in-house HV team, established just last year, and emphasized the success of the agreement as a testament to the quality, capability, and dedication of their unique HV renewables service.
The East Anglia Three Wind Farm, which commenced construction in 2022, is strategically located approximately 69km off the Suffolk shoreline. RES aims to contribute to the local economy by engaging a range of contractors, including Suffolk-based businesses, to support the delivery of the project, fostering investment and creating skilled job opportunities in the region.
Deacon also mentioned RES' recent launch of the Offshore Wind O&M Partnership (OWOP), a collaborative effort with three other offshore O&M service providers. The partnership aims to address the industry's need for a comprehensive ‘one-stop shop' for core O&M services, complementing RES' commitment to delivering excellence in the rapidly expanding offshore wind sector.
