COPENHAGEN, March 10 (Reuters) - Denmark's Vestas said on Tuesday it has received a firm order for German utility RWE's 1.38 gigawatt (GW) Vanguard East offshore wind project in Britain. The order
Vestas Secures 92-Turbine Order for RWE Vanguard East Offshore Wind Project in UK
Major Offshore Wind Project Order Details and Timeline
COPENHAGEN, March 10 (Reuters) - Denmark's Vestas said on Tuesday it has received a firm order for German utility RWE's 1.38 gigawatt (GW) Vanguard East offshore wind project in Britain.
The order supports Britain's advance towards its 2030 clean power targets and the wider energy transition across Europe, Vestas said in a statement.
Order Specifications
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Turbine Supply and Commissioning
The order includes 92 Vestas V236-15.0 megawatt wind turbines, with Vestas responsible for the supply, delivery, and commissioning of the turbines.
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Service and Support Agreements
Upon completion, Vestas will also service the turbines under a five-year comprehensive agreement followed by a long-term operational support agreement.
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Project Location
The project site is located off the coast of Norfolk in East Anglia.
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Project Timeline
Final Investment Decision
RWE is currently targeting a Final Investment Decision for Vanguard East in summer of 2026, with deliveries beginning in the fourth quarter of 2028.
Commissioning Date
Commissioning of the project is expected in 2030, the company added.
Reporting and Editorial
(Reporting by Louise Rasmussen, editing by Terje Solsvik)
