1. Ocergy, a US-based firm, has welcomed a new investor to accelerate its plans for a new lightweight floating wind platform.
2. Ocergy’s floating platform design focuses on low Levelized Cost Of Electricity, high turbine efficiency, and an efficient manufacturing process.
3. Moreld Ocean Wind and Octopus Energy have also invested in Ocergy to help bring the new floating platform to market, providing a potential lifeline for the US offshore wind industry.
The US offshore wind industry has faced challenges recently, with New York State canceling three offshore leases. However, Ocergy, a US-based firm, has attracted a new investor to accelerate its plans for commercializing a new lightweight floating wind platform. This platform aims to cut costs and speed up assembly through a hyper-local manufacturing model. Ocergy’s signature product, OCG-Wind, incorporates design principles focused on low Levelized Cost Of Electricity, high electricity generation efficiency, and industrial process optimization. The company has also developed a four-column platform design that can accommodate large offshore wind turbines.
By leveraging modular construction and steel fabrication, Ocergy aims to streamline the offshore wind assembly process and reduce costs. The company’s approach has attracted investors like Moreld Ocean Wind and Octopus Energy, aiming to support rapid expansion and market growth. As the US offshore wind industry navigates government policy changes and technological advancements, companies like Ocergy could play a significant role in driving innovation and cost reduction in the sector. The industry is also exploring new technologies like a deep-sea connection system to enhance offshore wind deployment efficiency.