Aventus Energy, a specialist inspection, repair, and maintenance solutions provider for the marine energy industries, was recently awarded a major contract by Inch Cape Offshore for the delivery of foundation completion activities on its 1.1-GW offshore wind farm off the Angus coast.
The contract, which represents Aventus’ biggest individual contract to date with value running into the multiple millions, will be delivered at Edinburgh’s Port of Leith in collaboration with fellow Global group companies Global Port Services and Global Crane Services, and port owner Forth Ports.
The year-long scope of works will see Aventus Energy inspect the Inch Cape wind-farm monopiles, transition pieces, and jacket foundations as they arrive into port before executing critical activities to ensure the components are ready for offshore installation and operational readiness.
The contract also involves project management including planning, documentation, survey, quality, and technical verification.
Aventus’ largest single project has involved the deployment of a combined team of more than 70 personnel, drawing on existing staff from its Highland headquarters while also employing individuals from within the project catchment area for the duration of the works, creating new skilled roles within the company.
“We’re delighted to be delivering this key renewable energy infrastructure project for Inch Cape at the Port of Leith,” said Ross Thomson, Aventus Energy managing director. “Working with group companies Global Port Services and Global Crane Services — and Forth Ports — our multi-disciplinary team is providing the client with a full-service package that will see us carry out surveys upon receipt of the assets, and execution of vital scopes required to ensure their offshore readiness before load out.”
Aventus also has recently delivered its specialist inspection, repair, and maintenance solutions on marine energy projects across Europe, Africa and South America.
Inch Cape Offshore Wind is one of Scotland’s largest offshore wind farms. It is now in construction with full operation due in 2027.
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