Boskalis BOKA Ocean to Lay 149 km of Cable at Zeevonk Wind Farm

Boskalis has been awarded a contract by Zeevonk, the joint venture between Vattenfall and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, for the transport and offshore installation of the inter-array cable system for phase 1 of the Zeevonk Offshore Wind Farm in the Dutch North Sea. The scope includes the transport and installation of approximately 149 kilometres of 66 kV inter-array cables, connecting 69 wind turbines. The work will be executed using Boskalis' cable-laying vessel BOKA Ocean, with offshore installation planned for 2029.

 

Details of the Contract

 

Boskalis has secured a cable contract. The client is Zeevonk. This is a joint venture. It involves Vattenfall and a partner. The contract covers cable installation.

The contract has a defined scope. It covers inter-array cable transport. Offshore installation is also included. This is for phase 1 of the project. The project is in the Dutch North Sea.

 

The Scope of Work

 

The scope covers substantial cabling. It includes about 149 kilometres of cable. These are 66 kV inter-array cables. They connect 69 wind turbines. This is within the windfarm.

The scope extends beyond laying. It includes cable testing and termination. Protection systems will be installed. Survey activities also feature. Seabed intervention works are included.

 

The Vessels and Timeline

 

The work uses specific vessels. The cable vessel BOKA Ocean will lead. It will transport and install the cable. The cable comes from a Dutch facility. A rock installation vessel will also feature.

The project has a defined timeline. Engineering will commence shortly. Offshore installation is planned for 2029. This aligns with the project schedule. It supports the windfarm's completion.

 

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The Project Details

 

The windfarm is a major development. It lies northwest of IJmuiden. It will have around 2 GW of capacity. This makes it among the largest in the Netherlands. It is a significant renewable project.

The project has a phased structure. It comprises two phases. Each is around 1 GW. The Boskalis scope covers phase 1. This has a 2029 operation date.

 

Significance of the Contract

 

The contract is substantial in value. Boskalis called it sizable. This means 50 to 150 million euros. It reflects a significant award. It strengthens the company's position.

The contract supports Dutch offshore wind. It contributes to a major windfarm. This advances renewable energy. It uses Boskalis' advanced vessels. This positions the company in cable installation.