The offshore energy sector has marked a significant milestone as Orsted’s offshore substation (OSS) for the Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms sets sail from Singapore to Taiwan’s Port of Taichung. This key component is set to play a crucial role in the 920 MW wind project, reinforcing Taiwan’s commitment to expanding its offshore wind capacity.
The departure follows the successful delivery of the jacket foundation, which has already arrived in Taiwan. The topside structure, weighing 3,260 tonnes, was fabricated in Singapore in collaboration with Seatrium, Hitachi Energy, and a network of global suppliers. The 3,137-tonne OSS jacket foundations were also completed within a record 212 days, a testament to the efficiency and coordination of the project’s stakeholders.
The completion of these critical components was achieved with a focus on safety, logging 2.8 million man-hours with zero lost time injuries (LTI). This achievement underscores the industry’s ongoing emphasis on maintaining the highest safety standards while executing large-scale offshore projects.
As the OSS makes its way to Taiwan, installation preparations are already underway. Once installed, it will serve as a central hub for collecting and transmitting power generated by the Greater Changhua 2b and 4 wind farms, contributing significantly to Taiwan’s renewable energy infrastructure.
Orsted’s latest milestone reflects the growing momentum in offshore wind development across the Asia-Pacific region, with companies leveraging global expertise and supply chains to meet ambitious energy transition goals. The collaboration with Singapore-based Seatrium and other partners highlights the critical role of regional cooperation in advancing large-scale renewable energy projects.
Industry professionals will be watching closely as the OSS arrives in Taiwan and moves into the next phase of installation. With offshore wind farms playing an increasing role in energy security and sustainability, the successful execution of this project could provide valuable insights for future developments in the sector.
