The platform’s journey includes a stop at the port of Rotterdam, where its components will be transferred from the transport barge Iron Lady to the Pioneering Spirit, a large installation vessel operated by Allseas. After the transfer, the Pioneering Spirit will carry the structure to its final location in the North Sea. There, offshore hook-up, cable connections, and commissioning will be completed before the platform is handed over to the client, TenneT.
The transit from Spain to the North Sea is expected to take approximately two weeks, with an additional two weeks required for offshore installation. Dragados Offshore is overseeing the design, supply, construction, transport, and installation of the platform’s topside and jacket. Siemens Energy, a key project partner, is supplying the HVDC equipment and developing the onshore converter station.
With a transmission capacity of 900MW and a weight of around 12,000 tonnes, the BorWin5 platform is designed to support efficient energy transfer. Operational testing and commissioning are planned to be finalized by the end of 2025, ensuring the platform’s readiness to contribute to the region’s energy grid.
The project reflects a collaborative effort to enhance sustainable energy solutions, with careful attention to technical precision and environmental considerations. The deployment of BorWin5 underscores the importance of reliable infrastructure in supporting renewable energy goals in the German North Sea.
