The environmental drop-down video (DDV) survey at Norfolk Vanguard East will be conducted by GEOxyz using a Geo Ocean survey vessel. The operation, set to begin around August 13, is expected to take 12 days. This survey will gather critical data to assess environmental conditions at the site.
At Norfolk Vanguard West, DEME, with G-tec as the subcontractor, will conduct a nearshore geophysical survey using the survey vessel Faraday. Scheduled to start around August 23, the work is anticipated to last three days. The survey will provide essential geological and seabed data to support project planning.
RWE acquired Norfolk Vanguard East, Norfolk Vanguard West, and Norfolk Boreas from Vattenfall in March 2024. Together, these projects represent a total capacity of 4.2 GW and have secured seabed rights, grid connections, Development Consent Orders, and other necessary permits. A spokesperson for RWE stated: “Norfolk Vanguard West and Norfolk Vanguard East are the most advanced and have secured the procurement of most key components.”
These surveys follow geophysical and geotechnical investigations conducted by RWE last year across all three Norfolk offshore wind sites. The ongoing work will further ensure that the projects meet environmental and technical standards, supporting the UK’s renewable energy goals.
The Norfolk Vanguard projects are poised to contribute significantly to the region’s clean energy supply. By advancing these offshore wind farms, RWE aims to enhance energy security and support the transition to sustainable power sources in the United Kingdom.
