Development of Innovative and Integrated Solutions for Foundations, Towers, and Auxiliary Systems for High-Power Offshore Wind Turbines
The SEAPOWER project aims to promote collaborative research and development of technologies and solutions for offshore wind turbine structures, towers, and auxiliary systems designed for the next generation of high-power offshore wind turbines.
The project is led by the engineering company SENER, which is responsible for coordinating the activities related to the floating platform solution. IDOM is in charge of the fixed-bottom solution, while two leading manufacturers of large steel structures, HAIZEA WIND and NAVACEL, lead the work packages related to XXL towers and transition pieces, respectively.
The consortium also includes ALKARGO, a transformer manufacturer; DITREL, developer of an innovative electrical connection concept for the base of wind turbines; ERREKA, manufacturer of fastening solutions for the offshore wind industry; JASO Tower Cranes, a specialist in lifting systems; MUGAPE, an expert in anti-corrosion surface coatings; and NAUTILUS Floating Solutions, developer of its own floating platform concept. The consortium is further supported by two members of the Basque Network for Science, Technology and Innovation (RVCTI): Tecnalia and Tekniker.
The project has a €5.3 million budget for the 2019–2021 period and is funded by the Basque Government's Hazitek Programme, with support from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
