Agreement for grid connection of Gennaker offshore wind farm
By Global Infrastructure Sherpa · Feb 26, 2026
Gennaker offshore wind farm
Project
Skyborn Renewables and the German transmission system operator (TSO) 50Hertz signed an agreement that clears the way for the Gennaker offshore wind farm’s full commissioning by mid‑2028.
Deal Analysis
Skyborn Renewables and 50Hertz have reached an agreement for the grid connection of the Gennaker offshore wind farm, targeting full commissioning by mid-2028. This partnership is a crucial step in realizing the 976.5 MW offshore wind project in Germany, ensuring its integration into the national power grid. While the financial details remain undisclosed, the agreement signifies a commitment to expanding renewable energy infrastructure and achieving Germany's energy transition goals.
The deal is notable for its scale and the involvement of a major TSO, 50Hertz, indicating the project's strategic importance to Germany's energy infrastructure. The Gennaker wind farm will significantly contribute to the country's offshore wind capacity. This agreement underscores the ongoing investment and development in the offshore wind sector, a key component of Germany's renewable energy strategy. The partnership between a renewable energy developer and a TSO highlights the collaborative approach needed to successfully integrate large-scale renewable energy projects into existing grid infrastructure.
- Agreement facilitates grid connection for a 976.5 MW offshore wind farm.
- Partnership between Skyborn Renewables and German TSO 50Hertz.
- Targets full commissioning of the Gennaker wind farm by mid-2028.
- Demonstrates commitment to expanding renewable energy infrastructure in Germany.
Market Context: Germany is a leading market for offshore wind energy, with ambitious targets for renewable energy generation. Grid connection agreements are essential for the successful deployment of offshore wind farms and the integration of renewable energy into the national grid.
Source Intelligence
KEY DETAILS
Boskalis subsidiary Heinrich Hirdes EOD Services is conducting an unexploded ordnance (UXO) identification and clearance campaign at the German site. "Boskalis said in a press release on 26 February that the contract was sizable, noting that a “ sizable contract” has a value of EUR 50-150 million."
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Deal Size
a “ sizable contract” has a value of EUR 50-150 million.
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Capacity
the 976.5 MW Gennaker offshore wind farm
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Location
for the Gennaker offshore wind farm in Germany
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Announcement
February 26, 2026, by Adrijana Buljan
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COD
clears the way for the project’s full commissioning by mid‑2028
PARTIES MENTIONED IN SOURCE
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Boskalis
seller
"A consortium of Boskalis and TKF has signed a contract with Skyborn Renewables for the supply and installation of inter-array cables for the Gennaker offshore wind farm in Germany."
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TKF
seller
"A consortium of Boskalis and TKF has signed a contract with Skyborn Renewables for the supply and installation of inter-array cables for the Gennaker offshore wind farm in Germany."
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Skyborn Renewables
buyer
"A consortium of Boskalis and TKF has signed a contract with Skyborn Renewables for the supply and installation of inter-array cables for the Gennaker offshore wind farm in Germany."
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50Hertz
developer
"Skyborn Renewables and the German transmission system operator (TSO) 50Hertz, which is leading the development of the grid connection (OST-6-1) for the 976.5 MW Gennaker offshore wind farm, signed an agreement that clears the way for the project’s full commissioning by mid‑2028."
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EEW Special Pipe Construction (EEW SPC)
seller
"The developer selected EEW Special Pipe Construction (EEW SPC) for monopiles"
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Dajin Heavy Industry
seller
"Dajin Heavy Industry for transition pieces"
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Seaway7
seller
"Seaway7 for foundation installation"
high quality
Enriched Feb 26, 2026
Market Context
This deal is part of the Offshore Wind sector in Germany.
1 of 29 Offshore Wind deals tracked this month · Updated daily