- Cosco Shipyard in China has successfully launched Wind Peak, a newbuild vessel by Cadeler, designed for transporting and installing up to seven complete 15 MW offshore wind turbine sets per load.
- The launch of Wind Peak marks a crucial milestone, signifying the completion of the vessel’s hull after two years of intricate engineering and 18 months of construction of the P-class vessel.
- The vessels, with a deck space of 5,600 m2, a payload exceeding 17,600 tons, and a main crane capacity of over 2,500 tons at 53 meters, are considered highly attractive to the industry.
Cosco Shipyard In China Successfully Launches
Cosco Shipyard in China has launched Cadeler’s newbuild vessel Wind Peak, designed to be able to transport and install up to seven complete 15 MW offshore wind turbine sets per load.
The launching of Wind Peak is a critical milestone that marks the completion of the vessel’s hull, Cadeler said.
Leading up to the launch is two years of intricate engineering and 18 months of construction of the P-class vessel.
System Commissioning And Testing
After the launching, the jacking legs and cranes will be installed onboard alongside various technical installations, according to Cadeler.
Then, commissioning and testing of all systems will be initiated. The sea trial is planned for mid-2024.
Cadeler will test all ship systems in close collaboration with the classification society, the Danish offshore wind installation services company said.
Global Operation And Advanced Equipment
Wind Peak is scheduled for handover to Cadeler in the third quarter of 2024.
“Thank you to everyone, Cadeler, partners, and investors who have contributed with remarkable efforts leading to the launch of Wind Peak,” Cadeler said in a statement.
In 2025, Cadeler will receive the second P-Class vessel, Wind Pace.
Global Operational Excellence
Both Wind Peak and Wind Pace are designed to operate at some of the most difficult sites around the globe and with the most advanced equipment in the industry.
The vessels will offer increased transit capacity, lowering the energy intensity of installation, reducing installation time and thereby lowering the total cost of installing offshore wind farms.
Environmental Impact Reduction
With a deck space of 5,600 m2, a payload of over 17,600 tons, and a main crane capacity of above 2,500 tons at 53 meters, the two new cyber-secure vessels are expected to be ‘very attractive’ to the industry.
The vessels will be able to transport and install seven complete 15 MW turbine sets per load or five sets of 20+ MW turbines, cutting down the number of trips needed for each project, thus accelerating installation speed and minimizing the carbon footprint.
The vessels can accommodate 130 people, according to Cadeler.
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