Ørsted contracts Cadeler for Sunrise Wind turbine installation

Ørsted's contract with Cadeler for turbine installation at the 924MW Sunrise Wind project signifies a crucial step towards the project's realization. The agreement secures the use of Cadeler's Wind Scylla jack-up vessel, a specialized asset essential for offshore wind turbine deployment. While the financial details remain undisclosed, this supply agreement underscores Ørsted's commitment to expanding its renewable energy portfolio in the US market, despite their recent divestment of European onshore wind, solar, and storage business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners. The deal is notable due to the scale of the Sunrise Wind project (924MW) and the involvement of two established players in the renewable energy sector: Ørsted, a leading offshore wind developer, and Cadeler, a key supplier of installation vessels. The agreement highlights the increasing demand for specialized vessels capable of handling the next generation of larger wind turbines. The successful execution of this contract will be vital for Ørsted to meet its project timelines and contribute to the growing offshore wind capacity in the United States.