Offshore site identificationTaking into account regulatory restrictions and technical opportunities, we identify, evaluate and select prospective offshore wind farm locations. Obvious concerns are the depth to the sea bottom, the distance from the coastline, and geological and climatic conditions. |
Establishment of SPCAfter a concession is obtained, the basic wind farm concept is outlined, the environmental- and other permits have been received, and the financial framework is secured, a 'Special Purpose Company' (SPC) will be established. PoweratSea may take a majority or minority stake in the SPC which will do the detailed engineering, the procurement, the supply chain management, and the contracting. |
Construction phaseWith all project partners in line, the construction of a major wind farm in full offshore conditions requires a lot of risk management, expertise, specific skills, experienced people and very special equipment. In a competitive tender process, it is a trump for PoweratSea to have a shareholder with mighty references in this field. |
Soil investigation
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Contracting and
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Operations managementAfter commissioning, the actual operation of the offshore production facility and the distribution network calls for a professional management structure. PoweratSea can rely on the technical, marketing, financial and economic knowledge to monitor equipment, to evaluate turbine performance, and to run operations in a reliable and sustainable way. |
Planning and
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Permitting processAn extensive and professional documentation is brought together in support of the site concession assignment. An 'Environmental Impact Assessment' (EIA) followed by public hearings is prepared as part of the construction permit procedures, the grid connection authorization, and other regulatory requirements. |
Life-cycle maintenanceRelying on resources within its shareholders, PoweratSea has access to in-house facilities and structures to guarantee all technical-, service- and maintenance support that is required throughout the life-time of the offshore wind farm concession. |