Six Dutch offshore wind farms hand out survey contracts

XOCEAN


Six offshore wind projects in the Netherlands have entered into multiple five-year surveying agreements with XOCEAN, a marine data specialist.

These contracts were organised by Eneco, representing several Borssele projects, Luchterduinen, Hollandse Kust Noord, Hollandse Kust West VI and Prinses Amaliawindpark.

Collectively, these six wind projects consist of 303 turbines that produce renewable energy for millions of homes in the Netherlands.

James Ives, CEO of XOCEAN, said: "We are delighted to be supporting the Dutch offshore wind sector through this long-term partnership coordinated by Eneco.

"By deploying our low-carbon USV technology, we look forward to delivering high-quality subsea data while significantly reducing operational emissions and enhancing the overall sustainability of offshore operations."

XOCEAN will provide bathymetric survey services for all six offshore wind projects under these agreements, including gathering high-resolution data to evaluate the status of monopile foundations, arrays of cables and export cable resources.

This information will aid in the ongoing maintenance strategies and assist in "optimising asset availability and long-term effectiveness".

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