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RWE and Masdar have signed contracts with TGS and Fugro to conduct detailed geophysical and geotechnical surveys for the eastern array of the proposed Dogger Bank South (DBS) offshore wind farms. According to the developers, these site investigations will enhance understanding of the seabed conditions of the sites, which are over 122 kilometres off the northeast coast of England. TGS began surveys in April, acquiring ultra-high-resolution seismic data to assess the subsea terrain at offshore wind turbine locations. “We are pleased to support the RWE and Masdar through the delivery of high-quality geophysical acquisition, imaging and interpretation at the array site of DBS East. This work is critical to minimize geohazards, and ensure safe and efficient project execution in one of the most strategically important offshore wind zones in the UK,” said Will Ashby, EVP of New Energy Solutions at TGS. This month, Dutch geo-data specialist Fugro will examine ground conditions beneath the seabed at the proposed sites of 100 turbines, along the inter-array cable routes, and at platform foundations using cone penetration tests (CPTs) and sampling boreholes. For this work, Fugro said it will mobilise multiple geotechnical vessels. The contract builds on previous work Fugro has completed for the DBS offshore wind farm, including preliminary geophysical and geotechnical investigations, a shallow geotechnical survey on the export cable route, and a detailed geotechnical investigation of DBS West. |
