The Correll Group's electrical engineering division has emerged victorious, clinching a major deal to undertake array cable termination and testing at the impressive 1200MW Dogger Bank wind farm, jointly operated by SSE and Equinor. This ambitious project is situated off the eastern coast of England.
Under the agreement, Correll Group will be responsible for carrying out essential operations on 95 turbines and the offshore substation platform. The contract was awarded by DEME Offshore, the leading cable installation organization overseeing the project. In addition to fostering valuable collaboration, this partnership will support approximately 50 skilled jobs within the United Kingdom.
Alan Evans, Dogger Bank Wind Farm's marine package manager, expressed his confidence in Correll Group's contribution, stating, “Correll Group will play an important role in the safe installation and testing of sub-sea equipment in preparation for first power this summer.” Evans also acknowledged the involvement of other UK-based firms, including the manufacturers of cable protection and monitoring systems, emphasizing the collective effort required to construct the vital marine infrastructure for this groundbreaking venture.
Sam Dowey, Managing Director at Correll, conveyed his delight at securing the contract from DEME Offshore and expressed immense pride in delivering services for a local wind farm while promoting the utilization of local resources.
Correll Group is among several UK companies enlisted to ensure the secure installation and testing of critical marine equipment for this world-leading project. Previously, DEME awarded contracts to Tekmar, based in Darlington, and Proserv's Great Yarmouth Centre of Excellence team for the supply of cable protection and monitoring systems.
The construction and operation of Dogger Bank are contributing significantly to job creation in the UK, with over 2,000 positions either being established or supported. Among these are more than 400 long-term roles generated in the local region of northeast England, specifically South Tyneside, to sustain wind farm operations and maintenance for the project's estimated 35-year lifespan.
