ABB stated Monday it had actually safeguarded a big order from Yantai CIMC Raffles Offshore Ltd., to provide an incorporated bridge-to-propeller modern technology for Havfram Wind’s 2 brand-new NG20000X-HF Wind Turbine Installation Vessels (WTIVs).
The vessels will certainly have the ability to mount overseas wind generators with a blades size of greater than 300 meters, in addition to XXL monopiles evaluating approximately 3,000 bunches at water midsts of approximately 70 meters.
ABB extent consists of 4 Azipod electrical primary propulsion devices with a complete propulsion power of 17 MW; the Onboard DC Grid power circulation system; a 4.1 MWh power storage space setup; ABB Ability Marine Pilot Control with Dynamic Positioning System for innovative vessel control, in addition to an extensive plan of automation and also electronic modern technology.
Once in procedure, the vessels will certainly have the ability to take advantage of the advantages of attaching electronically to the ABB Ability Collaborative Operations network for remote assistance and also anticipating upkeep, ABB stated.
As wind turbine numbers increase and also dimensions enhance, most current forecasts by the independent professional in guarantee and also threat administration DNV recommend that by 2050, offshore wind will certainly supply as much power as overseas oil.
The Havfram Wind vessels will certainly have certain capacities that future-proof them as the overseas wind field is considerably relocating better offshore. These capacities consist of immediate tons power and also boosted vibrant efficiency readily available to batteries, plus the ability to move and also station-keeping precision brought by Azipod propulsion. In enhancement, weight advantages given by Azipod propulsion system can be approximately 30 percent contrasted to typical mechanical thruster remedies, ABB stated.
“Designed to optimize vessel responsiveness, efficiency and safety across the entire operating profile, ABB Ability Marine Pilot Control allows for seamless transition from position control to joystick maneuvering. The DP2 functionality adds redundancy in technical design, ensuring that in the event of a single system fault, the vessel’s position will be maintained. This is particularly important for safe and reliable operations of construction and wind farm vessels working alongside fixed structures,” ABB stated.
“The performance of our Wind Turbine Installation Vessels will be pivotal in meeting the needs of the offshore wind market today and tomorrow. To ensure superior performance, we chose the broad scope of ABB power, control, propulsion and automation technology, complemented by the through-life support from ABB’s remote diagnostics and global service capabilities,” stated Even Larsen, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Havfram Wind.
ABB stated that the brand-new Havfram Wind vessels will certainly take advantage of ABB’s comprehensive experience in closed-bus and also closed-ring remedies for dynamically located vessels.
“Closed bus-tie and closed ring operations bring significant benefits and efficiency gains compared to traditional open-ring solutions which require a greater number of online engines and total installed power. Moreover, they meet critical safety regulations, increase operational flexibility, efficiency, and allow cost savings,” ABB stated.
“We at ABB are in these projects to support the customer throughout the vessel lifetime, and being able to deliver future-proof solutions is of utmost importance for us. I am especially proud of this order, demonstrating the benefits of efficiency, safety and reliability our bridge-to-propeller solution can deliver to our customers in this rapidly growing and demanding market,” stated Juha Koskela, Division President, ABB Marine & & Ports.
