ABS awarded approval in principle (AIP) to CLS Wind for its innovative wind turbine assembly system source ABS
Innovative Assembly System
The patented elevator-style assembly system promises easier, safer, and faster wind turbine and nacelle installation and maintenance, eliminating the need for large cranes and heavy-lift barges or vessels.
ABS completed design reviews based on class and statutory requirements.
Statements from Leaders
“This is an exciting milestone for CLS Wind and domestic renewable energy production. ABS is committed to supporting the U.S. offshore wind industry, helping our partners and clients throughout the full life cycle of their projects,” said Rob Langford, ABS Vice President, Global Offshore Renewables.
“As an American company working on a unique solution to solve some of the pressing issues that are affecting the offshore wind market, we appreciate ABS’ support for the AIP process and visit to our industrial demo unit. In the renewable energy market, it is important that we work together to find solutions that lower the cost and increase installation efficiencies to support offshore wind energy production, and we are delighted to be working with ABS in these technologies,” said Kent A. Johnson, CEO of CLS Wind.
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Source: ABS
