Mammoet Completes First Electric Monopile Transport in Real-World Conditions

Mammoet has performed the first ever electric-powered marshaling of a monopile in real-world conditions, advancing the electrification of heavy lifting and transport. The landmark movement was performed during the onshore marshaling of components for the Baltica 2 Offshore Wind Farm, with the support of Van Oord and developers Ørsted and PGE. Based on data gathered during the pilot, Mammoet is confident the system can serve all site moves necessary to move a monopile from storage to quayside on a single charge.

 

Details of the Milestone

 

Mammoet has reached a decarbonisation milestone. It performed the first electric monopile marshaling. This occurred in real-world conditions. It advances heavy transport electrification. It marks a landmark movement.

The milestone involved several partners. Van Oord supported the effort. Developers Ørsted and PGE were also involved. It took place during onshore marshaling. This was for the Baltica 2 windfarm.

 

The Pilot Background

 

The pilot emerged from collaboration. Van Oord invited Mammoet to discuss sustainability. This was earlier this year. They agreed on a real-world pilot. Baltica 2 was nominated for it.

The pilot fit a larger operation. Mammoet marshaled 111 monopiles. These were at a Danish port. Each weighed 1,700 tonnes. The pilot transported one such monopile.

 

The Transport Achievement

 

The transport was successfully completed. A single monopile was moved 815 metres. This used electric power throughout. It required no charging. It did not impact the project schedule.

The equipment enabled this achievement. Three lines of transporters were used. A handling system cradled the monopile. Electric power packs powered them. This delivered the electric transport.

 

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The Emissions Benefit

 

The system offers significant emissions savings. Company leadership cited the results. For a similar project, savings would be substantial. This could avoid 25,000 to 30,000 litres of diesel. This equals roughly 70 tonnes of CO2.

These savings support decarbonisation. They reduce the logistics chain's impact. This applies to offshore wind projects. The system contributes to lower emissions. It demonstrates immediate carbon reductions.

 

The Complementary Technology

 

Mammoet also used advanced cranes. These are its MTC1600 cranes. They lift next-generation monopiles directly. This saves time and cost. It reduces ballasting during operations.

The cranes offer power flexibility. They have their own power packs. These work with batteries or grid connection. They can use a transporter power pack if needed. Data showed a single lift possible on one charge.

 

Significance of the Pilot

 

The pilot demonstrates real potential. Company leadership was pleased with results. It shows immediate carbon reductions. It also shows future possibilities. This advances offshore wind decarbonisation.

The pilot reflects successful collaboration. Van Oord welcomed the demonstration. It showed electric transport is possible today. It is no longer a future dream. Both companies aim to develop the technology further.