Installation of Wind Turbines commence at Ocean Winds' Initial Wind Energy Project led by Cadeler in Poland
In a significant step forward for renewable energy in Poland, a UXO (Unexploded Ordnance) survey is currently underway at the BC-Wind offshore wind farm. Managed by Ocean Winds, the survey is an essential part of the preparation for the transportation and installation of turbines at the site, located approximately 23 kilometres from the Polish coastline, north of the Pomeranian Voivodeship.
The BC-Wind offshore wind farm, once fully completed, will have a total capacity of up to 390 MW. This impressive capacity is capable of supplying clean electricity to nearly half a million Polish households, making it a significant contribution to the country's renewable energy goals.
The operations for the BC-Wind project will take place from the Port of Gdańsk in Poland, where the UXO survey is also being carried out. Cadeler, a wind turbine installation specialist, has signed a firm contract with Ocean Winds for the transportation and installation of turbines at the site.
The installation is planned to commence in 2028 and will last approximately four months. To ensure the safety and success of the project, the UXO survey is a crucial first step. It involves the careful examination of the site to identify and neutralise any potential unexploded ordnance, a legacy of past military activities.
Cadeler will deploy one of its O-class wind turbine installation vessels for the installation phase of the project. The BC-Wind offshore wind farm will feature 26 SG 14-236 turbines, capable of being boosted to 15 MW each. This means each turbine could potentially generate enough electricity to power around 28,000 Polish households.
The owner of the BC-Wind offshore wind farm is BC-Wind, and the installations will provide clean electricity to nearly half a million Polish households. The signing of the firm contract follows the vessel reservation agreement signed in February 2025 between Cadeler and Ocean Winds.
This development marks a significant stride in Poland's renewable energy sector, demonstrating a commitment to a greener future and a reduction in carbon emissions. The BC-Wind offshore wind farm is set to play a crucial role in this transition, supplying clean, sustainable energy to Polish households for years to come.
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