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First Foundation of Deutsche Bucht OWF In
Official Press Release Van Oord:
First foundation installed at the Deutsche Bucht Offshore Wind Farm
Balance of Plant Contractor Van Oord successfully installed the first foundation at the Deutsche Bucht Offshore Wind Farm. The installation of this foundation marks the start of the construction period at sea and visualises the first contours of this 33-turbine wind farm.
The wind farm is located approximately 95 kilometres northwest of the island of Borkum, Germany. The foundation is installed in a water depth of approximately 40 metres and consist of a monopile fitted with a transition piece. After completion, the offshore wind farm will consist of a total of 33 wind turbines, 31 on monopiles and two on Mono Buckets. The Mono Buckets will be installed in the second quarter of 2019. "We are very pleased to have achieved this important milestone. Thanks to the... ... More: Official Press Release Van Oord
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