Steel cutting milestone for 882MW Moray West site – EQ Mag
GEG’s North Fabrication kicks off J-tube work at Port of Nigg
Global Energy Group’s (GEG) North Fabrication division has commenced production of the J-tube frames for the 882MW Moray West Offshore Wind Farm, with first steel being cut at the Port of Nigg (pictured) in Scotland.
The J-tube frames are vital components which will be attached to the offshore substation platforms, supporting the steel tubes that protect the cables coming from the wind turbines, as well those exporting the power to shore.
North Fabrication’s engineering expertise and fabrication capabilities, as well as its quayside facilities at the port, make it the ideal contractor. As part of this multi-million-pound contract, the project will support 50 jobs.
Developed by Ocean Winds, the 50:50 joint venture between ENGIE and EDP Renewables, Moray West Offshore Wind Farm will be installed in the outer Moray Firth, adjacent to the existing 950MW Moray East site.
“It’s good news to see this important foundations-related fabrication scope underway in a Scottish port, helping to grow the track record at this established quayside facility and reducing transport risks for the project,” said EPCI director for Moray West Pete Geddes.
“We’re pleased to be working at GEG’s quayside facility, almost within sight of the ultimate installation location.”
General Manager at North Fabrication Dave Mackay added: “The cutting of steel for Ocean Winds’ Moray West Offshore Wind Farm is an important milestone in the project and follows a period of collaborative work with our client on the complex engineering.
“The fabrication of the J-tubes for Moray West is a vital project for our company and builds on supply chain value proposition that GEG has developed within the offshore renewables industry.”
Source: renews
