Lamprell entered the offshore wind market in 2007 and has since delivered six multi-purpose wind turbine jackup vessels and hundreds of jackets, piles, suction buckets and transition pieces for several UK offshore wind farms. These units have been delivered from our world-class facilities in the United Arab Emirates.
With exponential growth in the offshore wind sector expected to continue for the foreseeable future, in 2022, the company invested in a state-of-the-art automated production line that is being used for serial fabrication of offshore wind substructures.
A game changer for Lamprell
Lamprell’s state-of-the-art renewables production line, which was commissioned in 2023, has the ability to construct transition pieces, monopiles, jackets and floating wind components for renewables projects.
Thanks to the addition of the production line, this strategic investment in automated high-capacity can rolling, welding, milling, and non-destructive testing will significantly expand our foundation production capacity. By broadening our capabilities to include serial manufacturing of wind turbine generator substructures, Lamprell can now supply and deliver these assets for fixed and floating foundation projects. This expansion significantly increases our client base and extends our reach in this addressable market beyond jacket-based foundations.
We are currently fabricating 62 transition pieces for our client Moray Offshore Windfarm (West) Limited using the production line.
Our blasting and painting facility, which forms part of the production line, houses sophisticated painting sheds which come with environmental controls, fume extraction and optimal illumination, so our skilled applicators can meticulously apply coating following international standards such as NORSOK M 501.
Lamprell is well-placed to support the energy transition
With the recent announcement from the UAE Cabinet stating that its Energy Strategy 2050 aims to triple the contribution of renewable energy, Lamprell is well-placed to support the development of the UAE as a renewable energy hub.
Lamprell CEO Ian Prescott commented: “We are thrilled with our new production line, about the global and specifically the UAE’s expansion plans in the renewables sector and the opportunities it brings to Lamprell. We are ready to continue playing our part in the energy transition. Our commitment to excellence in offshore wind manufacturing drives us, and we look forward to continuing to serve our clients with high levels of commitment, expertise and quality.”
Lamprell has delivered hundreds of assets for the renewables industry since first entering the market in 2007.
