Severfield expands into Offshore Renewables with Ørsted's Hornsea 3 offshore wind farm

Posted on 12 December 2024

We’re thrilled to announce our involvement in Ørsted’s Hornsea 3 offshore wind farm. This is a major achievement for the business and a key step in aligning with our strategy to expand the Nuclear & Infrastructure division into new and innovative sectors.

A Major Step in UK’s Renewable Energy Future

Located 160 km off the Yorkshire coast and 120 km off the Norfolk coast, Hornsea 3 is set to deliver 2.9 GW of green energy—enough to power over 3 million UK homes. As part of the UK government's strategy to meet climate and clean energy targets, this project will play a crucial role in enhancing UK energy security. When completed, Hornsea 3 will feature up to 231 offshore wind turbines, contributing to the world’s largest offshore wind farm.

Severfield’s role in the Hornsea 3 offshore wind farm

Working alongside our strategic key contractor, Hutchinson Engineering, we will manufacture, assemble, and commission key components, including boat landings and ladders, anode cages, and supported internal platforms (SIPs).

To manage production, we’re setting up a bespoke temporary final assembly facility in Teesside. This facility, located close to the giant SeAH monopile factory being built by Severfield, will be used for the final assembly, electrical fit-out, and Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) of the SIPs before they are stored and shipped offshore for installation.

Supporting Local Communities and the UK’s Energy Security

Jim Martindale, Divisional Managing Director for Severfield Nuclear & Infrastructure, said, "Securing this contract with Ørsted represents a turning point for Severfield as we expand our presence in the energy transition marketplace. Our contribution to Hornsea 3 will not only help boost the UK’s renewable energy capacity but also support local job creation in the Northeast, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to UK energy security.”

By supporting Hornsea 3, we’re playing our part in the drive toward a sustainable future and Net Zero. Projects like this align with our own sustainability goals, reinforcing our commitment to delivering innovative solutions that contribute to a greener world.

Looking Ahead

This contract is just the beginning for our offshore renewable’s ambitions. Our involvement in Hornsea 3 positions us as a key player in the renewable energy sector, furthering our reputation as the UK’s leader in structural steelwork

Marc Adams – Lead Supply Chain Development Manager - Ørsted

“Severfield’s successful award on this contract is a cumulation of hard work and positive collaboration between both parties over a number of years. As the global offshore wind industry continues to grow, the importance of showcasing opportunities to competitive and capable UK suppliers is ever more important. Supporting Severfields’ diversification into offshore renewables is testament to the strength of the UK supply chain and the role Hornsea 3 is playing to boost economic growth across the UK.”