The Hai Long Offshore Wind Project has reached a significant local content milestone with the delivery of 21 three-legged jacket foundations, manufactured by Taiwan’s Century Wind Power. This achievement marks the first time a project has completed foundation assembly since the commissioning of Century Wind Power’s new “Twin Tower” facility, highlighting the growing capabilities of Taiwan’s offshore wind supply chain.
Each jacket foundation stands over 90 metres tall and weighs approximately 2000 tonnes, making them the heaviest ever produced for a Taiwanese wind farm, according to Hai Long. The project also signifies the first use of an advanced hydraulic gripper system in jacket fabrication within the country.
Tim Kittelhake, chief executive and project director of Hai Long, emphasized the importance of the collaboration with Century Wind Power. “In partnership with Century Wind Power, the Hai Long Project is committed to advancing industry localisation and renewable energy policies,” he stated. Kittelhake also expressed gratitude to the Industrial Development Administration and the Energy Administration for their guidance and support. “This demonstrates that Taiwan is capable of supporting the nation’s offshore wind ambitions and continues to attract investment in complex, large-scale infrastructure.”
The 1GW Hai Long project is a joint venture between Northland Power, Mitsui, and Gentari, with completion scheduled for next year. This development could accelerate the growth of Taiwan’s offshore wind sector, encouraging further investment and technological advancement. As local manufacturing capabilities strengthen, Taiwan may become a more competitive player in the global offshore wind market, potentially influencing regional and international energy policies. The successful implementation of advanced technologies, such as the hydraulic gripper system, could also set new industry standards and drive innovation in the sector.