ABERDEEN-headquartered OEG has secured a multi-million contract to support the construction phase of Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm until it becomes operational in 2027.
The £3.5 billion wind farm will be located 15km from the Angus coast at a site covering 150 km2. Once operational, it will feature 72 wind turbines and an offshore substation, with it capable of generating enough clean energy to power the equivalent of more than half the homes in Scotland.
OEG will supply an integrated package of specialist topside and marine services – including marine coordination, high voltage, and ancillary port services. This will be managed under a central project team and delivered from the firm’s facility in Edinburgh, which is equipped with the latest technology for 24/7 monitoring operations.
OEG will also operate up to ten vessels, seven guard vessels for on location round-the-clock safety and three crew transfer vessels to support offshore wind technicians working at the wind farm. Furthermore, the firm will provide a comprehensive allocation of metocean sensors and navigation buoys, as well as any additional support equipment as required.
Over 100 of the firm’s personnel will support the delivery of this contract, which includes the recent addition of six new appointments.
OEG chief executive officer, John Heiton, said, “Securing the Inch Cape Wind Farm construction support contract is a milestone for the business, demonstrating the strength of our integrated service offering and the trust placed in us to support a project of this scale and national importance. By delivering all the required equipment, services and capabilities in-house, we provide a seamless, efficient solution that reduces complexity and cost for our new client.
“This award reinforces our position as a key partner in the offshore renewables industry and highlights our commitment to supporting the sector’s growth with reliable, end-to-end expertise.”
Inch Cape’s project director, John Hill, added, “As we enter the project’s critical offshore construction phase it is vital to have trusted and experienced suppliers, so we welcome OEG’s integrated support during this next stage of the project.”
