Main crane for Empire Wind 1 Offshore Wind Farm

Wind Energy – Crane Delivery

Motus Technology is awarded a contract by Seatrium to deliver engineering, design, and construction of the platform main crane to Empire Wind 1 Offshore Substation.

The main platform crane from Motus will be delivered to Seatrium’s Singapore yard, before the offshore substation platform will be installed about 20 miles south of Long Island.

Following completion, the Empire Wind 1 OSS Platform will be operated by Equinor. The project will power several hundred thousand homes in New York and is expected to be a significant contributor in supporting the United States’ energy transition goals for a low-carbon future.

The delivery from Motus Technology consists of a self-contained electric-hydraulic offshore crane with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and quality. The crane is developed to lift 5-tonnes at 30 meters and is designed in accordance with the API 2C Eight Edition. It will comply with U.S. statutory laws and regulations for inspection, installation, and operation in offshore U.S. Federal areas.

As the crane will be left unattended for long periods, special considerations are given to protect the crane components from the harsh offshore conditions and to reduce the required maintenance and start-up time for mobilizing/demobilizing on the platform.   

Original Source: https://ocean-energyresources.com/2024/04/02/main-crane-for-empire-wind-1-offshore-wind-farm/