English 
Spanish 
3 min read
0 comments
China's shipyard achieved a milestone in the offshore industry by launching a ship capable of generating offshore wind energy
Cosco shipyard, located in China, has reached a significant milestone by launching Cadeler's new Wind Peak vessel, designed specifically for the transport and installation of offshore wind turbines. This launch marks a important advance in the industry of renewable energy and expansion of offshore wind energy capacity around the world, according to the Marinelink website.
The Wind Peak ship launched by China Shipyard is designed to transport and install up to seven complete sets of 15 MW offshore wind turbines per load. With a deck space of 5.600 m², a payload of over 17.600 tonnes and a main crane capacity of over 2.500 tonnes at 53 metres, Wind Peak in China represents a significant leap in terms of capacity and efficiency in the installation of offshore wind turbines.
China Shipyard Construction and Testing of Offshore Wind Generation Vessel
Before the ship was launched by the Chinese shipyard, it took two years of complex engineering and 18 months of construction to complete the vessel's hull. After launch, the jacks and cranes will be installed on board, along with various technical installations. Commissioning and testing of all systems will be carried out in close collaboration with the classification society, with sea testing planned for mid-2024.
- Pecém: The colossal and valuable Northeast Port that connects Ceará to the world and is a reference in the renewable energy market
- Africa's New Ocean: The Incredible DIVISION of the Continent That's Shaping the Future Faster Than We Imagined
- Russian ship was sinking and asked for help, but Norwegian ship refused to rescue them
- Discover the largest, most dangerous and deepest ocean in the world: it covers almost a third of the Earth's surface, has winds of 110 km/h and its depth exceeds 11 thousand meters
Wind Peak and her sister ship, Wind Pace, are designed at the shipyard to operate in challenging environments and employ the most advanced equipment in the industry. With the ability to transport and to install seven complete sets of 15 MW turbines per load or five sets of 20+ MW turbines, these ships from China will significantly reduce the number of voyages required for each project, accelerating the speed of installation and minimizing the carbon footprint.
Offshore wind generation vessel delivery and future
Wind Peak is expected to be delivered to Cadeler in the third quarter of 2024, with the second P-Class ship, Wind Pace, expected to be delivered in 2025. These ships represent a significant step forward for Cadeler and the shipping industry. renewable energy as a whole, offering greater transportation and installation capacity, improved operational efficiency and a commitment to environmental sustainability.
The launch of Cadeler's Wind Peak offshore power generation vessel represents a exciting advancement in offshore wind power capacity. With her impressive capabilities and her focus on operational efficiency and environmental sustainability, this ship is well positioned to play a vital role in advancing renewable energy around the world.
