Siemens Gamesa has announced the departure of its first B108 blades from its offshore blade factory in Hull, UK, destined for the 882MW Moray West offshore wind power project off the coast of Scotland.
These 108-meter-long blades, among the largest produced in the UK, surpass the length of Wembley Stadium's football pitch and are specifically engineered to withstand harsh offshore conditions.
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A total of 180 blades will be manufactured in Hull for the project's 60 turbines, following a significant expansion of the plant.
Siemens Gamesa turbines will be mounted on XXL monopiles, ensuring stability and reliability in the challenging marine environment.
In a statement, the turbine maker expressed pride in the milestone, stating, “We are proud to see our B108 blades embark on their ocean journey on our specialized service vessels with the aim to have the wind farm up and running by 2024.”
The Moray West project is projected to generate over 882MW, capable of providing clean energy to approximately 1.3 million homes.
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“We look forward to continuing to work with Ocean Winds on this project,” Siemens Gamesa affirmed, emphasizing the collaborative effort driving forward the transition to renewable energy sources.
The deployment of these cutting-edge blades marks a significant step towards the expansion of offshore wind energy capacity and underscores the commitment of industry leaders to combatting climate change through sustainable energy solutions.
