OEG, a leading energy solutions business, has secured a major contract from OWP Gennaker GmbH to deliver a subsea corrosion protection solution for the Gennaker Offshore Wind Farm in the German Baltic Sea, a project developed by the offshore wind infrastructure platform Skyborn Renewables.
The contract will see OEG provide Impressed Current Cathodic Protection (ICCP) systems to protect the wind turbine foundations from corrosion throughout the wind farm's operational life, supporting the long-term reliability and performance of one of Germany's flagship offshore wind developments.
OEG's scope of work includes the delivery of a complete end-to-end solution, encompassing detailed engineering, procurement, manufacturing oversight, offshore logistics, installation, testing and commissioning of the ICCP system. The offshore installation campaign will be executed by OEG's experienced project management and offshore teams using proven installation methodologies and specialist subsea equipment.
Working in partnership with cathodic protection specialist CORROSION, OEG will also deploy the ICCP-Subsea Assembly Method (SAM), an innovative remote installation system jointly developed by the two companies. The technology enables the safe and efficient installation of ICCP systems on offshore subsea structures while reducing installation complexity and supporting efficient offshore execution.
The award strengthens OEG's growing presence in the offshore wind sector and builds on the company's expanding portfolio of projects across Europe, where it provides integrated offshore construction, installation and asset integrity services to developers and Tier 1 contractors.
Rutger Lieverse, Commercial Director for OEG's Subsea division, said: "We are delighted to have been selected by OWP Gennaker GmbH for this important project. It reflects the confidence our clients place in our ability to deliver integrated corrosion protection solutions that combine engineering expertise, innovative technology and specialist offshore installation capabilities.
"By working alongside CORROSION, we're bringing together complementary expertise to deliver a safe, efficient and reliable solution for one of Germany's most significant offshore wind developments. As offshore wind continues to expand across Europe, we're committed to supporting developers with innovative technologies and integrated services that maximise asset performance throughout their operational life."
Engineering and procurement activities will commence immediately, followed by manufacturing support, system integration and offshore installation in line with the overall construction programme for the wind farm.
The project further expands OEG's offshore wind portfolio in the subsea space, which includes offshore construction and installation, cathodic protection, ROV operations, survey and positioning, inspection, repair and maintenance (IRM), cable support and intervention, and offshore project management and engineering services.
Photo caption: OEG’s subsea team completing an ICCP anode installation workscope during the construction of an offshore wind farm, utilising the chartered DP2 support vessel Zwerver V.
About the Gennaker Offshore Wind Project
The Gennaker offshore wind project is located approximately 15 kilometres north of the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula in the German Baltic Sea. Developed by Skyborn since 2011, the project represents a major investment in Germany’s renewable energy infrastructure and will play a key role in strengthening energy security and decarbonisation. With a planned capacity of up to 976.5 MW, Gennaker will be the largest offshore wind farm in the German Baltic Sea, generating enough renewable electricity to power around one million households annually when it enters commercial operation at the end of 2028.
About OEG:
OEG is a leading energy solutions business providing mission critical infrastructure assets, technologies and services to the global energy industry. Since our inception in 1973, OEG has evolved and grown significantly to become a pivotal link in the global energy project chain and a trusted partner for our customers.
Our specialised solutions for above-water, on-water and below-water applications are essential to meeting the world’s energy needs, by supporting production across electricity, gas and oil. From the provision of offshore logistics equipment and bespoke solutions, through to the delivery of integrated services for larger project work scopes, we support the development, construction, operations & maintenance and decommissioning of energy assets and infrastructure.
Headquartered in Aberdeen, OEG has over 1,600 employees and operates in more than 65 countries.
