Van Oord awarded subsea rock installation contract for Bałtyk 2 & Bałtyk 3 OWFs
1.4 GW
Capacity
construction
Stage
Bałtyk 2 & Bałtyk 3
Project
Van Oord was contracted to perform subsea rock installation for the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 offshore wind projects in Poland, jointly developed by Equinor and Polenergia.
Deal Analysis
Van Oord's contract to perform subsea rock installation for the Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 offshore wind farms in Poland represents a significant step forward for the development of renewable energy infrastructure in the region. The projects, jointly developed by Equinor and Polenergia, aim to deliver a combined capacity of 1.4 GW of wind power. This agreement underscores the growing demand for specialized marine contractors like Van Oord, who possess the expertise and equipment necessary for the complex installation processes required in offshore wind projects. While the financial details of the contract remain undisclosed, the involvement of major players like Equinor and Polenergia signals the strategic importance of these projects for Poland's energy transition.
The deal highlights the increasing investment in offshore wind energy within the European market, particularly in countries like Poland seeking to diversify their energy sources and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Van Oord's selection as the subsea rock installation contractor further solidifies their position as a key player in the global offshore wind sector. The Bałtyk 2 and Bałtyk 3 projects are poised to contribute substantially to Poland's renewable energy targets, and this contract represents a crucial milestone in their development.
- Van Oord secured a subsea rock installation contract for the Bałtyk 2 & Bałtyk 3 offshore wind farms.
- The projects are jointly developed by Equinor and Polenergia, with a combined capacity of 1.4 GW.
- The deal highlights the growing demand for specialized marine contractors in the offshore wind sector.
- The contract contributes to Poland's renewable energy targets.
Market Context: The offshore wind sector is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing demand for renewable energy and technological advancements. Poland is emerging as a key market in the Baltic Sea region, attracting significant investment in offshore wind projects.
Source Intelligence
KEY DETAILS
More than 20 vessels will be engaged in the construction activities during 2026 alone, highlighting the scale and complexity of the operation.
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Capacity
Together, the two projects will feature 100 wind turbines with a combined installed capacity of 1.4 GW
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Location
offshore wind projects in Poland
PARTIES MENTIONED IN SOURCE
E
Equinor
developer
"jointly developed by Equinor and Polenergia"
P
Polenergia
developer
"jointly developed by Equinor and Polenergia"
V
Van Oord
contractor
"The first phase of offshore works commenced in January with subsea rock installation, carried out by Van Oord."
H
Heerema Marine Contractors
contractor
"Heerema Marine Contractors’ heavy-lift installation vessel Thialf will be deployed for these critical operations."
high quality
Enriched Feb 23, 2026
Timeline
Announced
Feb 19, 2026
Signed
Closed
Counterparts (3)
Developer
Market Context
This deal is part of the Wind sector in Poland.
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Wind deals
48
deals in Poland
Source
ocean-energyresources.com
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