The Correll Group, based in the United States, has been successfully contracted by the offshore installation company Asso.subsea to provide access operations to AC submarine cables (alternating current) for the offshore substation of the German wind farm Gode Wind 3 OWP and the offshore high voltage direct current substation (HVDC) DolWin kappa. These are as part of the connection system to the alternating current network. This contract is carried out on behalf of the end customer TenneT, the transmission system operator responsible for the connection to the Gode Wind grid 3.
The Gode Wind Project 3
Good wind 3, located in the German North Sea, approximately 32 km northwest of the island of Norderney, in the Group 3 and in the Exclusive Economic Zone (ZEE) of the country, is an offshore wind farm that is expected to be fully operational in 2024. Once fully operational, will provide clean, green energy to approximately 250.000 german homes.
EPIC Master Contract
EPIC's main contract (Engineering, Acquisition, Installation and Commissioning of Submarine Cables) was awarded to Zhongtian Technology Submarine Cable Co.,Ltd. This contract involves connection to the alternating current grid and requires a converter platform from the wind farm to the sea.
Asso.subsea y Correll Group
Correll Group has been awarded its second submarine cable access contract with Asso.subsea. The first was awarded by ZTT Cables, where Correll was responsible for routing, completion and testing of submarine cables 155 kV associated with the alternating current grid connection system for the Kaskasi II and Gode Wind offshore wind farms 3.
Sam Dowey, CEO of Correll, commented: “It is very satisfying to have obtained the second submarine cable access contract from Asso.subsea and we look forward to continuing to develop our partnership with them on future projects.”.
Offshore Wind Energy Development Boosts Submarine Cable Market
The growth and development of offshore wind energy has generated greater demand in the submarine cables market. As offshore wind farms are built and expanded around the world, Reliable and efficient transmission infrastructure is required to transport the power generated from the turbines to shore.
Connecting offshore wind farms to the onshore electrical grid involves running DC and AC high capacity submarine cables. They are capable of supporting large volumes of energy. These submarine cables play a fundamental role in the transmission of electricity generated by offshore wind turbines.. This ensures that it reaches end consumers safely and efficiently..
Submarine cable technology has advanced significantly in recent years to adapt to the demanding conditions of the marine environment.. Corrosion resistant materials are used. And specialized installation techniques are implemented to ensure the long-term durability and reliability of the cables..
As more countries recognize the benefits of offshore wind in reducing carbon emissions. In sustainable energy generation, an increase in demand for offshore wind farm projects is expected. This in turn will boost the submarine cable market. Also providing growth opportunities for companies specialized in installation and maintenance of submarine cables such as the Correll Group..
In summary, The contract awarded by the Correll Group for access to submarine cables in Germany is a reflection of the continued growth and development of offshore wind energy in the country. This expansion boosts clean energy generation. It also encourages technological advancement and innovation in the field of special electrical cables, laying the foundation for a more sustainable energy future.