SSE has completed the installation of the final turbine at its 28MW Chaintrix-Bierges and Velye wind farm, marking a key milestone for its first onshore wind project in France. Installation began this summer and has been delivered on schedule in the Grand-Est region of Marne.
This is SSE's first project outside its core UK and Ireland markets to enter the construction phase. The project features eight SG3.4-132MW turbines supplied by Siemens Gamesa, which safely installed the units in collaboration with SSE Renewables.
Commissioning and testing will now begin, with full operations expected by the end of 2024. The project represents an investment of over €30 million by SSE Renewables, supporting the local economy with 80 construction jobs at peak delivery.
Delphine Henri, France Director of SSE Renewables, stated: “We are truly delighted to be celebrating the safe, successful and on schedule completion of turbine installation at our Chaintrix-Bierges and Velye wind farm project. This demonstrates the great progress we're making on the delivery of the project, and we're on track to complete and enter generation operation by the end of the year.”
She added: “Successfully reaching this milestone is due to the excellent teamwork and collaboration from everyone involved in the project's delivery. Particular thanks go to turbine supplier Siemens Gamesa along with our lead contractor Omexom in partnership with Civils contractor Pothelet, as well as to other supply chain partners.”
Henri also expressed gratitude to local residents and elected representatives, highlighting the project's collaboration with the community throughout the construction phase.
