– RWE signed framework agreements with Hitachi Energy and Aibel for the supply of three HVDC systems for offshore wind projects
– Hitachi Energy will provide VSC systems to convert AC to DC for transmission to shore, while Aibel will handle EPC for offshore platform construction
– The agreements allow Hitachi Energy and Aibel to secure resources and capacity for the HVDC systems, with potential for more projects in the future
RWE has signed long-term framework agreements with Hitachi Energy and Aibel for the joint supply of three high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems for offshore wind farms from RWE’s global development pipeline. The signing ceremony in Hamburg, Germany celebrated the partnership between the three companies, with the HVDC systems designated for connection to the grid in the next decade.
Hitachi Energy will provide voltage source converter (VSC) systems to convert AC to DC for efficient transmission to shore, while Aibel will be responsible for the engineering, procurement, and construction of the offshore platforms. These agreements secure early engineering and production capacity for the HVDC systems needed for future offshore wind farms, supporting RWE’s commitment to climate protection goals.
The agreements allow Hitachi Energy and Aibel to manage resources for delivering the HVDC systems, including securing the supply chain, hiring workforce, and ordering materials ahead of time. Both companies expressed their commitment to supporting the energy transition and strengthening power grids for increased clean renewables integration. The agreements also provide RWE with the potential to procure additional HVDC systems for future offshore wind projects globally.