Seatools Secures Contract for Taiwan Offshore Wind Project
Netherlands-based subsea technology firm Seatools has announced a new contract with CSBC-DEME Wind Engineering (CDWE) to provide a metrology and control system for the pre-piling template (PPT) at the Fengmiao 1 offshore wind project in Taiwan.
The wind farm, developed by Copenhagen Offshore Partners (COP) on behalf of CIP, will utilize jacket-type foundations installed using pre-installed pin piles. Seatools’ system will ensure precise pile positioning within tight tolerances, crucial for correct jacket installation.
“We are proud that CDWE has entrusted Seatools with this critical project following our earlier collaborations on Hai Long and Zhong Neng,” said Jan Frumau, Managing Director of Seatools.
The solution, based on existing Seatools technologies, will also feature new components such as advanced simulation models to support first-time-right installation, reducing offshore commissioning time and risk.
“With our proven technology and experience, we aim to deliver robust, high-performing equipment that enables CDWE to execute the piling campaign efficiently and without interruption,” added Frumau.
Engineering work has already commenced and will proceed in close collaboration with CDWE for the successful completion of the project.
Project Details
The Fengmiao 1 offshore wind project is located 35 kilometers off the coast of Taichung and will feature 33 offshore wind turbines, each with a capacity of 15 MW. In January, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) awarded contracts to Van Oord and the DEME–CSBC joint venture (JV) for installation work at the wind farm.
Van Oord plans to utilize its cable-laying vessel Nexus and a remote-controlled trencher for cable burial, with operations scheduled to commence in 2027.
Seatools’ Innovative Technology
In December 2023, Seatools successfully completed factory acceptance tests (FAT) for a highly innovative fall pipe remotely operated vehicle (ROV) developed for DEME Group, showcasing the company’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions in the offshore industry.