– Rovco has been selected for site characterisation work on the Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind project in the southern North Sea
– The project is a joint venture between TotalEnergies, Corio Generation, and Gulf Energy Development, with a planned installed capacity of 1.5 GW
– Rovco will conduct geophysical investigations of key sites, mapping the seabed and sub-seabed conditions, as well as benthic environmental surveys, using their survey vessel Glomar Supporter equipped with the latest survey technology.
Rovco, a UK-based offshore wind solutions provider, has been selected to conduct site characterisation work for the Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind project in the southern North Sea. This project is a joint venture between TotalEnergies, Corio Generation, and Gulf Energy Development, with a planned capacity of 1.5 GW upon completion, making it one of the largest offshore wind farms in the UK. Rovco’s responsibilities include geophysical investigations, mapping seabed and sub-seabed conditions, and conducting benthic environmental surveys to minimize disruption to local wildlife.
The project will utilize Rovco’s survey vessel, Glomar Supporter, equipped with advanced survey technology for data collection and rapid processing. The vessel also features a work class ROV for inspection activities. The goal of this work is to ensure the Outer Dowsing project meets high environmental standards and contributes to the UK’s net zero goals by adding renewable power to the energy mix. The partnership with Rovco underscores the importance of environmental stewardship and high-quality survey work in accelerating offshore wind development.
The collaboration with Rovco is seen as a significant milestone for the site characterisation business and underscores the urgent need for comprehensive survey solutions in the offshore wind industry. By supporting the Outer Dowsing project, Rovco aims to contribute to environmental stewardship and promote the development of offshore wind in the UK. The company’s commitment to high-quality survey work aligns with the industry’s goals for sustainable energy solutions.