Developments in offshore wind power equipment and Haihao Group’s commitment
In recent years, offshore wind power in China has seen rapid growth, despite its late start compared to Europe. By the end of 2023, the total installed capacity of offshore wind power in China reached 37.3 GW, making it the world’s largest market. Projections indicate that by 2025, this capacity will exceed 60 GW and surpass 130 GW by 2030. Driven by the global green wave and carbon neutrality goals, China has developed a comprehensive and competitive offshore wind power industry and supply chain through continuous technological innovation.
The construction of offshore wind farms has accelerated the development of related marine engineering equipment, such as support foundations for offshore turbines, offshore substations, self-elevating installation platforms, floating crane vessels, and various transportation and maintenance vessels. Among the support foundation types, monopile foundations are the most widely used, followed by multi-leg, jacket, and suction bucket foundations. Offshore substations, which serve as central hubs for power collection, are primarily jacket structures in China, with the Jiangsu Rudong flexible DC conversion station being the largest in Asia, operational since 2021.
As offshore wind farms move into deeper waters, the adoption of floating wind power equipment is becoming essential. Various floating foundation types, including barge-type, semi-submersible, tension-leg, and column-style foundations, are under exploration and demonstration. The first floating wind power prototype, “Three Gorges Leading,” began operation in 2021, followed by other significant projects. In 2023, the largest commercial floating wind project commenced construction in Hainan.
Haihao Group is committed to supporting this vibrant sector by providing large-diameter wind power flanges and ensuring that we are well-prepared to participate in more related projects. We closely monitor industry trends, focusing on advancements that promote the scaling, lightweighting, and intelligent design of offshore wind power equipment. In summary, Haihao Group stands ready to contribute to the ongoing evolution of the offshore wind power industry, supporting sustainable energy solutions and the realization of a greener future.