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Keppel bags first major newbuild contract for German offshore wind farm
This self-erecting floating platform will be deployed at the Global Tech I Wind Farm that
is being built and operated by Wetfeet Offshore. Utilising the patent-pending solution of
AREVA Offshore Platform, the MOAB will host the transformers and high voltage
switchgears to collect and convert electricity generated by the wind turbines for delivery
to Germany’s national power grid. It is also equipped with critical control systems to
serve as a backup power supply for the wind farm in case of emergencies. This
innovative and customised solution combines the well-proven and state-of-the-art
technologies from the oil & gas and electro-technical businesses.
“Germany aims to raise its percentage of electricity generated from renewable energy
sources to at least 20% by 2020 and 50% by 2050. A major element in achieving this
target is to further develop the capacity of its offshore wind sector.”
The Global Tech I wind farm will be located about 110km northwest of Cuxhaven
(Germany) in the German Exclusive Economic Zone in the North Sea consisting of 80
5-Megawatt (MW) class wind turbines. When fully operational in 2013, this wind farm
will be capable to generate some 1.4 billion kilowatthours (kWh) of electrical energy
annually, supplying one million people with clean energy. It is also expected to help cut
some 1.2 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year.
“Our parent company, Keppel Offshore & Marine’s core competencies in technology
and project execution allow us to respond swiftly with innovative and cost-effective
solutions to meet the offshore industry’s demand for new products and services.
“Given our proximity to the European and North Sea markets, and synergy with 20
global yards, Keppel Verolme is in a strategic position to add value to the emerging
offshore wind industry. The MOAB project will certainly benefit from as it augments our
strong track record and expertise in delivering a variety of advanced offshore rigs and
vessels on time, within budget and without incidents,” Mr Linssen added.
The above contract is not expected to have material impact on the net tangible
assets or earnings per share of Keppel Corporation Limited for the current
financial year.
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About AREVA
All over the world, AREVA provides its customers with solutions for carbon-free power
generation and electricity transmission. With its knowledge and expertise in these
fields, the group has a leading role to play in meeting the world’s energy needs.
Ranked first in the global nuclear power industry, AREVA's unique integrated offering
covers every stage of the fuel cycle, reactor design and construction, and related
services.
In addition, the group is developing a portfolio of operations in renewable energies.
AREVA is also a world leader in electricity transmission and distribution* and offers its
customers a complete range of solutions for greater grid stability and energy efficiency.
Keppel Verolme BV
Lucienne de Jong
Tel. +31 181 234316
Email: LdeJong@keppelverolme.nl