Agreement signed to build A-Class WTIV

The agreement between Ørsted and Cadeler means that Ørsted will have access to a new-build A-Class vessel from early 2027 to the end of 2030, it says.

The A-Class can transport up to six XXL monopile foundations at one time, or up to seven complete 15MW turbine sets per load.

It is even capable of transporting the next size coming in turbines – a 20MW giant turbine, five of which could be transported at a time.

“We have ambitiously invested and poured our unique know-how into our new-build wind turbine installation vessels to create security in our part of the value chain,” said Cadeler CEO Mikkel Gleerup.

“And we’re ready to handle the largest and most complex next-generation offshore wind installation projects. Our ambition is to help our partners install and realize the offshore wind farms needed for the world’s energy transition.”

“Securing long-term capacity with strategic suppliers is key for Ørsted to build collaboration and together manage risks and execution of our offshore wind construction program towards 2030 and beyond,” said Patrick Harnett, chief operating officer at Ørsted.