Binhai South H3

Binhai South h2 # 300MW Offshore Wind Farm Profile

Location

The Binhai South h2 offshore wind farm is located in the Yellow Sea, off the coast of Jiangsu Province, China.

Capacity and Composition

The wind farm has a total capacity of 300MW. It consists of 75 wind turbines (WTGs) and one offshore substation.

Infrastructure

• Wind Turbines: The project includes 75 wind turbines, contributing to the 300MW capacity.
• Offshore Substation: The offshore substation is a critical component, designed and supported by Kent. It features a topside installed on a four-legged jacket with skirt piles grouted into pile sleeves, suitable for the soft silty soils of the area.

Design and Construction

• Design: Kent was responsible for the concept design, detailed design, and follow-on support of the offshore substation platform. The water depth at the installation site is approximately 16.2 meters.
• Construction: The installation of the jacket foundation and the offshore substation topside has been completed. The project likely involved other contractors and engineering companies, such as those associated with State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC), given the scope of similar projects in the region.

Project Developers and Contractors

• Developer: The project is associated with State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC), a major player in China's energy sector.
• Contractors: Kent played a significant role in the design and support of the offshore substation. Other companies, such as those mentioned in the context of Chinese offshore wind farm projects (e.g., HHI), may have been involved in various aspects of the project, though specific details for Binhai South h2 are not explicitly mentioned in this context.

Environmental and Technical Considerations

• Water Depth: The installation site has a water depth of 16.2 meters, requiring specialized foundation designs such as the four-legged jacket with skirt piles.
• Soil Conditions: The area's soft silty soils necessitated specific foundation designs to ensure stability.

Operational Status

The installation of key components, including the jacket foundation and the offshore substation topside, has been completed. This indicates that the project is in an advanced stage of development, likely nearing or already in operation.