Prysmian has completed its activity at RWE’s Sofia Offshore Wind Farm – one of the world’s largest offshore wind projects. The wind farm, which will bring a significant boost to renewable energy within the UK’s energy mix, is located on Dogger Bank, in the North Sea, and will be capable of generating up to 1.4 GW of power for consumers.
Sofia, which covers a site that is larger than the Isle of Man, features 100 turbines and reaches a maximum depth of around 35m. It is located 195km from the nearest landfall (where the export cable meets the shore).
Prysmian was contracted by RWE for its flagship project in 2021, to take on the design, manufacturing and installation of activities, and has since installed over 450km of high voltage cables – on land & at sea – using Prysmian’s Leonardo Da Vinci, its deep-sea cable-laying vessel.
Prysmian also deployed its P Laser insulation for the land cables – a fully recyclable thermoplastic compound, which also enables superior temperature operation and electrical performance.
“A welcome boost for clean energy”
“You only need to read the news to understand just how vital it is to get more clean energy online, and fast. I am certain that the British public, and all of Europe will be celebrating this project’s operation for many years to come – because this is how we ensure energy security.”
Chief Commercial Officer for Transmission at Prysmian
“From award to delivery in less than five years is impressive, and something that is of huge credit to our team, the partnership with RWE and everyone involved. This project, which has been delivered flawlessly will now power millions of homes proves that offshore wind can be done, and quickly. This is an excellent milestone, and thanks to RWE for bringing us in on this vital contract.”
UK and North Europe Project Director at Prysmian
