France officially commissions its first floating wind farm, consisting of three turbines with a combined capacity of 25 megawatts, introducing strategic technology in the Mediterranean, vital for national energy goals.
The Muir Mhòr floating wind project secures Aberdeenshire's onshore consent, paving the way for the potential production of one gigawatt of electricity, enough to power up to 1.2 million British homes by the early 2030s.
The first turbine of the Éoliennes Flottantes du Golfe du Lion project was assembled at Port-La Nouvelle, marking a major industrial milestone for Ocean Winds and its partners.
France’s first floating wind farm, Provence Grand Large, located off the Gulf of Fos, has been commissioned with a 25 MW capacity, supplying the equivalent annual electricity consumption of 45,000 people.
The liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals market is projected to grow 67% by 2030, driven by global energy demand, liquefaction capacity, and supply diversification strategies.
Ocean Winds has completed the installation of 32 Biohut modules on a floater of its EFGL pilot project, marking a global first for floating offshore wind incorporating artificial habitats for biodiversity.
The successful launch of the first float of the Provence Grand Large offshore wind project marks a crucial step in the development of floating offshore wind energy in France. This innovative project paves the way for a more widespread use of offshore wind power.
The French government has selected two consortia to construct floating wind farms in the Mediterranean, targeting a combined capacity of 500 MW with an estimated investment of €800 million.
Vendée Energie, a company created at the instigation of local elected officials, has acquired a stake in the future offshore wind farm on the islands of Yeu and Noirmoutier.
