MJR Power &Automation, a leading innovator in marine electrification solutions, announced the publication of its latest whitepaper, "Offshore Charging: Wind Farm O&M Fleet Electrification Enabler," commissioned by Scottish Power Renewables (SPR).
The document forms part of a series of studies commissioned by SPR to explore options for decarbonising offshore windfarm operations. It includes a comprehensive economic analysis of transitioning to electric operations and maintenance (O&M) fleets, outlining strategic recommendations for government, regulatory bodies and network owners.
The study highlights data suggesting a clear downward trend in the capital expenditure (CAPEX) required for electric crew transfer vessels (e-CTVs) and electric service operation vessels (e-SOVs), driven by rapid advancements in battery technology and declining costs. What’s more, operational expenditure (OPEX) is projected to reach parity, and even deliver savings, as battery prices continue to fall and regulatory incentives strengthen.
With offshore charging infrastructure requiring only minimal modifications to existing turbine and substation designs, the paper reveals that planning electrification into the design phase of new wind farm developments is straightforward, cost-effective and sustainable.
Paul Cairns, CEO of MJR Power& Automation, commented: “Electrification of offshore O&M fleets is no longer a future aspiration, but a present-day opportunity with compelling technical and economic justification. The data and insights from this whitepaper clearly show that, with the right combination of policy backing, technological readiness, and industry collaboration, we can unlock a new era of clean, cost-effective offshore operations.
“At MJR, we’re proud to contribute engineering expertise to this transformation and collaborate with forward-thinking partners like Scottish Power Renewables who share our vision of a decarbonised future for offshore wind.”
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