Sif and their Japanese partner East Winds Asia (EWA), have developed a method for the effective transportation and storage of offshore wind foundations.

Sif and East Winds Asia developed a method in which the foundations are transported on a semi-submersible ship. When the ship arrives in Japan, the cargo is unloaded, and the foundations are brought into the harbour on barges. The foundations can be picked up directly from the installation vessel with a crane without being stored in the harbour first. Compared to the conventional method of unloading and storage in the harbour, this method can ‘lead to more than a 50% reduction in transport and storage costs, as port reinforcements and heavy lifting equipment are no longer needed.

Use of cookies

Windtech International wants to make your visit to our website as pleasant as possible. That is why we place cookies on your computer that remember your preferences. With anonymous information about your site use you also help us to improve the website. Of course we will ask for your permission first. Click Accept to use all functions of the Windtech International website.